Mercedes Benz SL550 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz SL550 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz SL550 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz SL550 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz SL550 problems
All model years combined.
- Brakes17
- Electrical6
- Tires5
- Wheels4
- Body3
- Transmission2
- Suspension2
- Steering2
- Engine2
- Visibility1
- Seats1
- Airbags1
Mercedes Benz SL550 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 75 | 15 | Brakes | 9,660 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2008 | 91 | 4 | Brakes | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2007 | 69 | 16 | Brakes | 42,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2003 | 95 | 1 | Brakes | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 1
Mercedes Benz SL550 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Mercedes Benz SL550
What years of the Mercedes Benz SL550 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz SL550 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz SL550?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz SL550?
Brakes, with 17 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (6) and tires (5).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz SL550 have?
1 recall between 2003 and 2009. The 2007 model year has the most, with 1.
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