2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
The 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55 has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Steering (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55, potentially affecting up to 747,928 vehicles.
Recall 19V918000 — VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
| 747,928 vehicles affected
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
Consequence: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
STEERING WHEEL STUCK IN HIGHEST POSITION OBSTRUCTING DRIVERS' VIEW. *TR
CONSUMER WOULD LIKE MANUFACTURER TO REIMBURSE THEM FOR REPAIR WORK DONE ON THERE 2006 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55. *KB THE COVERINGS THAT WERE REPLACED ARE A PIECE OF BLACK PLASTIC THAT FITS UNDER THE FRONT BUMPER AND IS DIRECTLY BEHIND THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY ON BOTH SIDES. ONE DAY WHILE DRIVING ONE OF THE COVERINGS BECAME WEDGED AGAINST THE FRONT RIGHT TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO REMOVED THE COVERING AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD BE DRIVEN WITHOUT IT. ABOUT A WEEK LATER THE COVERING ON THE LEFT SIDE SLID IN FRONT OF THE LEFT FRONT TIRE THEN WENT FLYING OFF THE CAR WHILE IT WAS GOING 60 MPH. THE CONSUMER MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE COVERINGS REPLACED. THE COVERING WERE REPLACED AND THE CONSUMER WAS CHARGED FOR THE REPLACEMENTS. THE VEHICLE WARRANTY DID NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE COVERINGS. THE CONSUMER FEELS THE PARTS SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. *NM
Safety Rating for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
LI91.10-P-048497 — STRUCTURE
Noise complaints when load on backrest frame changes. Affects the driver and front passenger seats. Also perform the remedial action if you are performing work on: - backrest frame - backrest cover or - guide rail of head restraint. If the backrest frame is exposed as a result, the actions...
2006010003 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
THE BRACKETS FOR THE REAR MUFFLER AT THE CROSS MEMBER MAY CREATE A RATTLING NOISE. REPLACE BRACKETS FOR REAR MUFFLER AT CROSS MEMBER. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MERCEDES BENZ CLK55
- 2005 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55 (current)
- 2006 MERCEDES BENZ CLK55 — 1 complaint
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