2013 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350

3 recalls — 0 complaints

19V787000 Nov 1, 2019
COMMUNICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more
Consequence
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more
24,226 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
13V236000 Jun 4, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles manufactured October 9, 2012, through November 20, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person... Read more
Consequence
If the OCS incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on July 26, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
71 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
13V236000 Jun 4, 2013
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 vehicles manufactured October 9, 2012, through November 20, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that may not correctly differentiate between a child seat or a very light person... Read more
Consequence
If the OCS incorrectly classifies a very light person as being a child seat, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the system would deactivate the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side seat cushion including the OCS. The recall began on July 26, 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-201-573-0600.
71 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 21.0 28.0 24.0 Premium $2,900

CO2 Emissions: 371.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350 across all model years (2013–2016).

9 Total Recalls
16 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ SLK350 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2016 2 0 View
2015 2 0 View
2014 2 1 View
2013 (current) 3 0
2012 0 15 View

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