2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 24, 2023 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SL550 years
Not enough data 7th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550. That ranks 7th out of 13 SL550 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 19,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550 problems

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

Air Bags1 · ~19,000 mi
Engine1 · ~19,000 mi
Structure1 · ~19,000 mi
Wheels1 · ~39,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags150%19,000——
Engine150%19,000——
Structure150%19,000——
Wheels150%39,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512023: 120231

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550.

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Recent owner reports

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

The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the dashboard suddenly illuminated red indicating that the tire air pressure was alarming. The contact also felt an imbalance with the weight of the vehicle as if one side of the vehicle was lower than…

Wheels · received Feb 24, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11508924

On july 10, 2015 during 5 pm traffic my wife was making a left turn from the turning lane into our complex where we live, upon making her left turn, she had to cross two lanes of traffic, both lanes had stopped to allow her through safely, as she was clearing the second lane looking as she…

Air Bags · received Jul 31, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10745357

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, structure problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL550 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SL550 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.