2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker CLK years.
38 owner complaints, most about seat belts. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2004 CLK?The 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has 38 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are seat belts and fuel/propulsion system.
Safety record for the 2004 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other CLK years only. How we score it
Is 2004 a good year for the CLK?
Across the 8 CLK model years we track, complaint volume runs from 9 (2009) to 53 (2007). With 38 complaints, the 2004 CLK sits about the same as the model's median of 34.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on the specific generation, engine, and maintenance history.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CLK. See the full CLK owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used CLK listings typically run $7,392–$11,597 across 1999 to 2009 model years.
Other CLK model years
Compare every CLK year side by side to see how 2004 ranks against the rest.
Compare the CLK against its rivals
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