Mercedes-Benz SLC300 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz SLC300, across 5 model years (2016–2020). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Mercedes-Benz SLC300 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SLC300 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 SLC300: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2020 SLC300: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2019 SLC300: 1 complaint, 2 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 SLC300 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz SLC300 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 SLC300 | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 SLC300 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2018 SLC300 | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2017 SLC300 | 4 | 2 | — | Communication | |
| 2016 SLC300 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
More from Mercedes-Benz: all Mercedes-Benz models · Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder
Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz SLC300 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (4), 2020 (1), 2019 (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 SLC300?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz SLC300 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.