2.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
49,000 miles

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problem #2

Jun 122013

SLK320

  • 98,000 miles
While driving approximately 30 mph along a straight paved road under clear conditions, the right rear tire suddenly locked. There was a loud screech from the tire. The car immediately fishtailed and swung the rear end of the vehicle into the oncoming lane and directed the car towards the sidewalk where pedestrians were walking. Thankfully, I was not traveling fast! after some research, this seems to be an very dangerous, yet relatively common, issue with Mercedes. Despite the complaints, a NHTSA investigation into the faulty yaw sensor (turn rate sensor) was abandoned. Please reopen the case as this is a serious issue!

- Kihei, HI, USA

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problem #1

May 162001

SLK320

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When tapping the brakes, the throttle acellerator hesitates for one moment. Dealership is aware of problem. On one occasion the vehicle surged, causing damage to the vehicle, consumer states that since he is a two foot driver, this car is a challenge to him with the brake light activated throttle interrupt feature.

- Seattle, WA, USA

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