2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 2 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz SLK | Mercedes-Benz SLK |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 6 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 |
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Compare all Mercedes-Benz SLK vs Mercedes-Benz SLK years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.