Mercedes Benz SLK320 vs Plymouth Colt
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Mercedes Benz SLK320 | Plymouth Colt |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 64 | 157 |
| Model years covered | 2001–2004 | 1986–1993 |
| Worst model year | — | — |
| Best model year | — | — |
| Crashes reported | 3 | 3 |
| Fires reported | 1 | 2 |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 5 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Brakes | Seat Belts |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 6.3% | 6.4% |
Mercedes Benz SLK320 by year
What breaks
Brakes
19
29.7%
Lights
12
18.8%
Stability & Traction Control
12
18.8%
Electrical System
7
10.9%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
3
4.7%
Transmission & Drivetrain
2
3.1%
Steering
2
3.1%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
2
3.1%
Plymouth Colt by year
What breaks
Seat Belts
120
76.4%
Transmission & Drivetrain
8
5.1%
Electrical System
7
4.5%
Engine & Cooling
6
3.8%
Lights
3
1.9%
Seats
3
1.9%
Body & Structure
2
1.3%
Fuel & Propulsion
2
1.3%