There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, but owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Air Bags › Side/Window — 2
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cables — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 90,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · at 154,000 miles · reported Mar 12, 2020
Mvc with frontal impact first through an t intersection then a culvert and striking a tree at a speed >45 MPH. Airbag did not deploy and seatbelt did not lock on drivers side while engaged. Driver incurred a 20% compression fracture on l1 vertabrae.
Air Bags · at 90,000 miles · reported Sep 18, 2016
Air bag driver type unknown-- driver sternum fractured I was driving a 2001 mercedes clk320 during rush hour traffic 1/2 car length behind next car. The car in front of me changed lanes, two 3 series bmws were stopped for city bus. I slammed on brakes, then realized I would hit the car in front, did not swrive lined my body up both arms on wheel skidded and hit the car in front of me. The airbag hit me in the chest very hard at about 1300, there was a tear with white puff and little metal bead things on airbag. I check to see if my filings had been broken. I had no idea what the little metal…
Wheels · at 120,000 miles · reported Sep 28, 2015
Numerous blow out and shredding of firestone low profile tires. The tires lose air pressure very quickly within weeks of filling & this often leads to the tire heating up and catastrophic side wall failure. Most of the time the shredding occurs on the inside of the rim and is not visible from the outside. The dealer tried to blame me for not having an alignment done which in fact (Proof of receipts) an alignment was conducted one month prior to a blow out last year 2014. The dealership and the firestone corporation failed to provide as required by law the DOT notifications of each of the blow…
Exterior Lighting · at 90,000 miles · reported Apr 27, 2015
While driving down the street both the right and left LED instrument clusters that indicate what gear you are in and the outside temperature both failed and are unable to read. I consider this a safety issue only because I cannot tell which gear I AM in and often times I must guess at what gear it is in. This guessing takes my eyes and concentration off the road and could potentially cause an accident I know that every clk320 has this same issue and mercedes benz has not issued a recall for this fix. It seems they should as it could lead to many accidents.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · reported Jul 1, 2014
The GPS adapter does not fit tightly in the cigarette lighter socket. I use a paper piece to make it tight, however it gets loose and gets GPS disconnected while driving. Many times when I realize this either I have gone too far or I have to make sudden decision, which makes it dangerous. The problem is not with my GPS adopter, because it fits well in any other car. The problem is with the cigarette lighter socket of mb. This has been like this since the car was new. This perhaps is manufacturing defect and must be corrected immediately. Thank you.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320?
Owners report air bags problems most often (4 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 90,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.