Mercedes Benz SLS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz SLS, across 4 model years (2011–2014). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Mercedes Benz SLS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SLS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 SLS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz SLS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 SLS | 2 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2013 SLS | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2012 SLS | 4 | 3 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2011 SLS | 6 | 3 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz SLS years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (6), 2012 (4), 2014 (2). 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 SLS?
Air Bags, with 11 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz SLS have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.