2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Exterior lighting Problems

“More often than not, when I start up my vehicle an indicator for a light out appears on my dash. I have been pulled over several times for a right rear brake light being out. I have replaced the bulb numerous times. I was recommended to look on your web sight and I saw that a recall had been issued campaign id 05v505000 on my make/model for this problem. However when I put in my VIN number it produced zero recalls. How do I know if this vehicle has ever had the recall issue corrected? Also, what I can do to get the issue rectified?”

“You need to include model year 2001 in your investigation of the brake light issue NHTSA action number : pe05051. Both the tail lamp assemblies had to be replaced under warranty in sept 02, when the car was owned by the previous owner due to this failure. I now have issues with the right rear brake lamp bulb socket failing to release, so I believe the same thing is occurring again. This investigation should really cover all mercedes r170 through 2004.”

“I was informed by a repair shop after several attempts to correct a brake light issue on 2001 mercedes benz SLK230 that a recall had been issued campaign id 05v505000 on my make/model for this problem. I scheduled a appointment with local dealer to get the socket replaced. I was told by the mercedes dealer that my car was not part of the recall. My make/model is a part of the recall based upon information viewed on your website. Why would the dealer not replace it? Are they not required by law to perform the recalled work.”

“I have less than 50k miles and had to replace the mass air flow sensor twice and now check engine light is on again for the same service needed. I have paid out of pocket not to mention the inconvenience of having it in the shop so many times also have had to replace transmission sensors and tail light, which mercedes did not reimburse for original charge, just re- replaced. Now problems happening with rear mirror. This is ridiculous mercedes should stand by there product that is supposed to last forever and I have had nothing but problems.”

“Mercedes benz 2001 slk 230 left tail light burned out. Attempts to replace the bulb were unsuccessful. The dealer said that the tail light fitting melted and it was a common occurrence. Mercedes refused to pay for the repair and I had to pay to replace the complete assembly. The dealer suggested re[placing the right assembly also since he said that that would also melt.”