Mercedes-Benz SLS recalls

5 safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz SLS (model years 2011–2014), explained in plain English. Pick your year:

2014 (2)2013 (3)2012 (3)2011 (3)

All Mercedes-Benz SLS recalls

Date	Recall	Vehicles	Problem	Units
2019-01-31	19V010	2010–2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 & 2010–2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 + 8 more	Airbag	288,779
2018-01-16	18V043	2009–2010, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 & 2010, 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 + 8 more	Airbag	132,167
2017-01-12	17V017	2008–2009, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 & 2008–2009, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 + 7 more	Airbag	104,119
2016-05-26	16V363	2008–2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 & 2008–2011 Mercedes-Benz C350 + 5 more	Airbag	258,163
2016-02-11	16V081	2006–2011 Mercedes-Benz C350 & 2008–2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 + 23 more	Airbag	711,159

Other Mercedes-Benz models

Sprinter 2500 Sprinter 3500 Sprinter 1500 Sprinter 4500 C 300 GLC 300 GLE 350 GLE 450 E 450 Metris AMG C43 AMG C63

FAQ

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SLS have?

The Mercedes-Benz SLS has 5 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2011–2014. The 2011 model year has the most (3).

Are Mercedes-Benz SLS recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)