Mercedes-Benz SL - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz SL

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz SL, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz SL. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz SL have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest SL’s Issues in the EU

All SL´s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest SL’s Issues in the UK

MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS (2019) – FRONT SUSPENSION MOUNTING
on 28/11/2019
MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS (26/03/2019 – 02/05/2019) RECALL: Problem description: A deviation in the production process may have led to a blowhole in the area of […]
MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS (2018) – THE PASSENGER AIRBAG CUSHION
on 22/11/2019
MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS (01/03/2018 – 30/11/2018) RECALL: Problem description: Front passenger airbag cushion may not have been sewn correctly.
MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS (2017 – 2018) – DOORS REMAIN PERMANENTLY LOCKED
on 19/11/2018
MERCEDES-BENZ SL CLASS (01/10/2017 – 30/04/2018) RECALL: Doors on left vehicle side (passenger side) remain permanently locked after the vehicle has been […]