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.
- Engine8
- Wheels6
- Transmission6
- Steering6
- Acceleration3
- Brakes2
- Body2
- Airbags2
- Suspension1
- Electrical1
Mercedes-Benz SL550 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 1 | Acceleration | 3 | 1 | ||
| 2017 | - | 4 | Brakes | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2015 | - | 2 | Engine | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2014 | - | 4 | Wheels | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2013 | - | 17 | Steering | 31,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2011 | - | 2 | Airbags | 0 | 1 |
Recalls 11
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?
Engine, with 8 complaints across all years, followed by wheels (6) and transmission (6).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SL550 have?
11 recalls between 2011 and 2020. The 2019 model year has the most, with 4.
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