Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class problems
53 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- airbags — 7 owner reports · tends to show around 105,244 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
- powertrain — 6 owner reports · tends to show around 71,578 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- engine — 5 owner reports · tends to show around 89,250 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- visibility — 3 owner reports · tends to show around 177,918 mi · ~$350 to fix
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Seat belts fail to retract unless there are assisted manually, if not noticed they hang outside the vehicle. If a driver had delivered a passenger to a destination and that passenger failed to assist the seat belt into the enclosure and exited leaving a portion of the belt…
Transmission (Mercedes type 722.9) will not shift properly. Transmission s/n 722906 00 999408. Suspect component: valve body (electrohydraulic control unit). Multiple variations of improper shifting, examples: 1. Transmission will not shift after vehicle is stopped with…
Every Mercedes from the year 2005-2008 with the m272 v6 engine and m278 v8 engine gets a code called p0016-p0017 witch is the right hand side camshaft internally to go bad. Mbusa had a class action law suit and it states that non of the cars have that issue when in reality they…
The SRS (supplemental restraint system) light came on and a message saying there was a fault and the vehicle needs to be taken to the workshop. I took it to the dealer and was told the wiring harness in the driver seat needs replaced. This harness is connected to the side air…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class?
Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 7 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 105,244 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 53 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 105,244 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 7 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 105,244 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 105,244 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 53 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.