2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
What's a 2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class worth?
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…
NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 69
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 69.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while brakin…
Bulletin LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…
Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Sep 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis workin…
Bulletin LI82.62-P-078631 · Structure · Aug 2026Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experi…
Bulletin LI35.30-P-058566 · Power Train · Jul 2026Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled bac…
Bulletin LI82.30-P-059239 · Visibility/wiper · May 2026Complaint Potential corrosion on the rear axle carrier Cause Due to market-specific conditions such as moisture, ingress of dirt and/or environmental influences, corrosion can occur on the rear axle carrier Remedy In the event of a complaint, the optimized rep…
Bulletin LI35.10-P-078931 · Suspension · May 2026Complaint The sliding sunroof glass panel of the panoramic roof reverses during the closing process, either once or multiple times, without an entrapment (anti‑pinch) event being detected. The concern may occur temporarily or repeatedly during normal closing o…
Bulletin LI77.21-P-075806 · Visibility/wiper · Apr 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2026Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078301 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2026Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A le…
Bulletin LI82.10-P-078307 · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SLK-CLASS RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class trims & engines on record
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class vehicles on record
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK280WDBWK54FX8F178070
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK280WDBWK54F58F189378
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK280WDBWK54F48F178226
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK280WDBWK54FX8F180692
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK350WDBWK56F58F183674
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK350WDBWK56F18F173322
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK350WDBWK56F38F174536
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMGWDBWK73F18F178004
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK350WDBWK56FX8F185386
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK280WDBWK54F98F184667
2008 Mercedes-benz SLK-Class SLK55 AMGWDBWK73F48F186310