2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2013 compare to other SL-Class years?

SL-Class NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V478000Climate Control (A/C & Heat)October 1, 2012 · 432 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2013 SL-Class vehicles manufactured from December 19, 2011, through May 31, 2012 originally equipped with R1234yf refrigerant. Daimler AG (DAG), the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, conducted product testing of a vehicle, not sold in the US, but equipped with the same refrigerant. According to Mercedes-Benz, the testing was designed to replicate worst-case conditions expected in a severe frontal crash that would cause a rupture of the air conditioner refrigerant line. A rupture of a refrigerant line will result in a gaseous mixture of refrigerant being released into the engine compartment.

Consequence

The testing conducted by DAG determined that the escaping R1234yf refrigerant may ignite under specific conditions. The resulting fire could spread to additional combustible materials.

Remedy

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the R1234yf refrigerant with R134a along with new refrigerant lines (hoses) designed specifically for R134a. The remedy will be provided free of charge. The safety recall began on November 8, 2012. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — common questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other SL-Class years?

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class have recalls?

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — common questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class reliable?

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class have recalls?

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