Mercedes-Benz SL65 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2021 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz SL65, across 5 model years (2005–2015). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.

Peak: 2005, with 1 complaints
2005: 1200512006: 1200612013: 0201302014: 0201402015: 020150

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz SL65 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No SL65 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2006 SL65: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2005 SL65: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Mercedes-Benz SL65 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel/propulsion System110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110

All Mercedes-Benz SL65 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2015 SL6501——
2014 SL6502——
2013 SL6502——
2006 SL6510—Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2005 SL6510—Fuel/propulsion System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz SL65 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (1), 2005 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz SL65?

Fuel/propulsion System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SL65 have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.