Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 27 safety recalls naming the Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC, launched from 2008 to 2021. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 27
- 2008 to 2021
- Latest recall
- 29 November 2021
- R/2021/376
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/376, launched 29 November 2021, 50,390 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
R/2021/279, launched 17 August 2021, 61 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, E-Class, M Class, R Class
Defect: The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
Remedy: Replace the driver’s airbag
THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
R/2021/277, launched 17 August 2021, 108,486 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, M Class, R Class
Defect: The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
Remedy: Replace the driver’s airbag.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/110, launched 13 May 2021, 108,971 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/120, launched 11 May 2021, 86,604 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/111, launched 10 May 2021, 90,716 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/134, launched 5 May 2021, 162,581 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/133, launched 5 May 2021, 106,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/132, launched 5 May 2021, 10,410 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/131, launched 5 May 2021, 81,267 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQC, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE SOFTWARE OF CERTAIN COMMUNICATION MODULES MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/083, launched 30 March 2021, 36 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, C-Class, CLS, E-Class, GLA, GLC, SL
Defect: The software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications.
Remedy: Carry out an update to the software of the communication module on affected vehicles.
THE COMMUNICATION MODULE MAY BE DEACTIVATED
R/2021/082, launched 30 March 2021, 24 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, E-Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, S-Class
Defect: The communication module may be deactivated
Remedy: Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
ENGINE CONTROL UNIT SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED
R/2020/243, launched 6 October 2020, 994 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, GLS, M-Class (ML), S-Class
Defect: Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy: Update the relevant control unit’s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.
THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
R/2020/236, launched 6 October 2020, 3,127 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, S-Class, SL
Defect: On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
EMISSION OUTPUT REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT
R/2020/011, launched 5 February 2020, 5,255 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Emission output requires improvement
Remedy: Update software in the engine control unit and replace the NOx sensor if required.
DOORS ON LEFT VEHICLE SIDE (PASSENGER SIDE) REMAIN PERMANENTLY LOCKED AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LOCKED/UNLOCKED WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL KEY
R/2018/268, launched 19 November 2018, 5,030 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the B-Class, CLA, SL
Defect: Possible inability to open the left hand door externally or internally.
Remedy: Replace the affected door locks on the left side of the vehicle.
BRAKES MAY OVERHEAT CREATING A RISK OF SMOKE AND/OR FIRE
R/2017/157, launched 14 June 2017, 6,460 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The software for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is faulty. The fault could lead to a low residual pressure in the hydraulic system so the brakes are applied and gain heat. This increased heat will apply the brakes further and could adversely affect the brake fluid. Fire in the wheel housing cannot be ruled out.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software for the ESP.
FAULTY CONTROL UNIT MAY CAUSE VEHICLE TO PERFORM OUTSIDE SPECIFICATION
R/2017/124, launched 19 April 2017, 42 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, CLA, CLS, Cl Class, E-Class, GLA, GLC, M Class, S-Class
Defect: Where a control unit coding was updated in a workshop between 3 December 2016 and 5 December 2016 the coding may not correspond to the specification and may trigger unplanned action in the vehicle. The safety and emissions systems may not react as design intent.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software in the corresponding control units.
STEERING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED
R/2016/120, launched 15 June 2016, 812 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A lock nut on a rear suspension tie rod may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. It may not act as intended even tightened to specification. It is unlikely the rod will disconnect but it may loosen and affect the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the rear tie rod lock nuts.
ELECTRICAL FAULT COULD ALLOW VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY WHEN LEFT PARKED
R/2016/093, launched 9 May 2016, 717 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On certain vehicles fitted with 9 speed transmission the back up battery may not connect during main battery failure. This may prevent selection of Park on the transmission or operation of the electronic parking brake.
Remedy: On affected vehicles adapt harness to manufacturer's specification and recode the system.
RISK OF FIRE
R/2015/259, launched 21 January 2016, 1,327 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLA
Defect: The high pressure fuel lines have not been manufactured to the correct specification which over time can lead to crack formation and fuel leaking. Fuel escaping in the presence of an ignition source could lead to fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high pressure fuel lines.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
R/2015/210, launched 19 November 2015, 395 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, E-Class, GLA
Defect: The camshaft could break and damage the engine due to it not being manufactured to the correct specification. If the condition occurs it will lead to a sudden loss of drive thereby increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust camshaft.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
R/2015/209, launched 19 November 2015, 4 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GLA
Defect: On certain petrol engines the camshafts may not have been correctly manufactured. They may fail causing engine damage and the engine to stall
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace camshafts.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
R/2015/208, launched 19 November 2015, 14 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CLA, GLA
Defect: The camshaft could break and damage the engine due to it not being manufactured to the correct specification. If the condition occurs it will lead to a sudden loss of drive thereby increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the intake camshaft.
OIL MAY LEAK
R/2014/182, launched 16 January 2015, 61,672 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLA, M Class
Defect: On certain diesel engines the 'O' ring may not have been produced to the correct specification. This may allow oil to leak and contaminate the environment. If excessive oil is lost engine damage may occur.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the chain tensioner sealing ring.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2013/031, launched 28 March 2013, 806 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, Cl Class, E-Class, S-Class
Defect: The flange of the fuel filter may leak due to a non-compliance in the supplier's production process. Should this occur a fuel odour may arise or fuel escape.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter.
ENGINE EMERGENCY SHUT OFF ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS OR TANK/SPEEDO SIGNAL MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2008/147, launched 10 November 2008, 72 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, C-Class, CLK, E-Class, M Class, R Class
Defect: Possibility of transfer of incorrect control unit software which could affect engine shut off control in an emergency situation or the on board diagnosis system or tank/speedometer signal
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace SAM control unit
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.