repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK320Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, most often about the seat belts. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-874 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 19, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Seat belts1 crash/fire/injury
4Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
4Electrical system
2Power train
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Engine
1Seats
1Structure
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 6 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2004 vs. every other CLK320 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CLK320 median. How we score
'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'09
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What CLK320 owners report
Recent seat belts complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle during a severe accident, in which the other drivers air bags were deployed, our vehicles airbags did not in fact deploy at any rate. Which put all passengers in severe danger causing injuries that could have been avoided if they worked properly. Also the drivers seat belt (which was…
THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT A COLLISION. I WAS DRIVING 30 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET WITH ROADS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE STEERING WHEEL AND PASSENGER DASH AIRBAGS WENT OFF OUT OF N O WHERE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ CLK320. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED WHILE THE SRS PANEL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE…
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