2000 Mercedes Benz SL320 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 1, 2001 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SL320 years
Not enough data 6th of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320. That ranks 6th out of 6 SL320 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). 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 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———
Vehicle Speed Control1100%———

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

2000 Mercedes Benz SL320 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320.

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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.

Rpms increase aat 20mph. Driver has to put vehicle into neutral to stop. Dealer has inspected vehicle.*ak consumer states he was advised by dealership that vehicle is operating as designed,the prolonged stopping distance caused consumer to hit another vehicle, consumer also reports that engine…

Vehicle Speed Control · received May 1, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 887219

Other Mercedes Benz SL320 years

← 1999 SL320

YearComplaintsRecalls
200010
1999 SL32020
1998 SL32030
1997 SL32061
1996 SL32040
1995 SL320160

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Mercedes Benz SL320 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SL320 model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.