Mercedes-Benz Sl550 years to avoid
The Mercedes-Benz Sl550 years to avoid are 2013, 2017, 2014, 2015, 2016 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2003 is the cleanest year on record.
80
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
2003–2017
Years covered
5
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Sl550 years to avoid
Every Sl550 year
Common questions
What are the worst Mercedes-Benz Sl550 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Sl550 years to avoid are 2013, 2017, 2014, 2015, 2016. The cleanest year on record is 2003.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz Sl550?
By complaint volume, 2003 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Sl550 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz Sl550 have?
Across all model years, the Sl550 has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 80 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.