Gas tank baffle broke loose. As you're aware, this is a safety issue in that sloshing of fuel back and forth affects the vehicle's handling in many ways. In discussing with other sl owners including through mercedes benz world and benz world, this is a common problem that mercedes is well aware of but won't voluntarily recall the vehicles. We need help in ensuring the company stands by its products.
The worst 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system1
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- Fuel system1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 48
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The warranty on the SBC Hydraulic Unit for MY 2003-2006 Model 211, MY 2006 Model 219, and Model Year...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- Noises at the front axle when cornering or maneuvering (video files attached) Note: Save video files...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
What 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 owners say
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Questions about the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65
Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65, close to a typical SL65 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 have?
No recalls on record.
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