2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 25%of 8 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK250, 25% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Significant timing chain rattle while driving in the 2200-2900 RPM range. Engine has less than 70k miles and it seems that the chain has stretched or is tensioner is failing. Mercedes claims they cannot find source of rattle and refuses to fix it, but online forums indicate this is a known issue for this engine. I feel they are deferring the issue until the warranty expires. I feel early failure of the timing chain or related parts is imminent.”
NHTSA complaint #11127886, filed 2018-09, 57,000 miles“While passing a vehicle on a two lane road, my vehicle lost power and went into limp mode nearly causing a head on accident. The check engine light came on and i immediately went to O'Reilly's Auto parts store and had their OBD scanner read the code. AP0002 code was read. I immediately returned home and the check engine light automatically cleared. I scanned the OBD again and found code P0002 and a second code P000277 that was listed as stored and current Both codes refer to an issue with the high pressure fuel pump. I just recently purchased this vehicle with 35170 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11735326, filed 2026-05Related service bulletins
- 11017039Apr 1, 2025Complaint Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output. Cause Silicate granulate may have escaped from a damaged bag in the expansion reservoir (not visible), reducing the coolant…
- 11031636May 17, 2021This NCU replaces the prior NCUs issued on October 30, November 09 & November 20, 2020 and contains clarification on the replacement of the Camshaft Adjuster under this extended…
- 11031733Nov 9, 2020The purpose of this letter is to advise you of additional benefits that Mercedes-Benz is providing to you regarding your vehicle ownership. What's Included In our continuing…
- 11031634Nov 9, 2020This NCU replaces the prior NCU issued on October 30, 2020 and contains clarification on Camshaft Adjuster kit contents. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of…
- 10160738Apr 11, 2019Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 25% |
Other parts of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK250
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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