Mercedes Benz SL600 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz SL600 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz SL600 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz SL600 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 SL600 problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical7
- Fuel system4
- Engine4
- Brakes3
- Driver assistance2
- Visibility1
- Transmission1
- Tires1
- Seat belts1
- Lights1
- Airbags1
Mercedes Benz SL600 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | - | 2 | Brakes | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2005 | - | 3 | Airbags | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2004 | - | 4 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2000 | - | 1 | Tires | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1997 | - | 3 | Engine | 1 | 0 | ||
| 1995 | - | 2 | Driver assistance | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1994 | - | 1 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1993 | - | 1 | Electrical | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 1
Mercedes Benz SL600 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 SL600
What years of the Mercedes Benz SL600 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz SL600 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz SL600?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz SL600?
Electrical, with 7 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (4) and engine (4).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz SL600 have?
1 recall between 1993 and 2007. The 1997 model year has the most, with 1.
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