2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 20, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other AMG SL63 years
Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63. That ranks 2nd out of 6 AMG SL63 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%———
Vehicle Speed Control1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 recalls (1)

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Communication: auto crash notification; electrical system:softwareFeb 5, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V058000 · 1,292,258 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

See attached document for complaint.

Vehicle Speed Control · received Feb 20, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11643982

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63?

Owners most often report power train, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AMG SL63 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.