Common problems for the Mercedes-Benz SLS
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 SLS, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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 SLS have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest SLS’s Issues in the EU
The control device for seat occupant detection may not work correctly. In the event of an accident where the airbags are … .
The sport seats and the roll bar are not compatible. There may be contact between the headrest and the roll bar … .
The seatbelt can become stuck in the guide loop. In the event of an accident, this would reduce the effectiveness with … .
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.