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Mercedes-Benz SL Class recalls

DVSA has published 13 safety recalls that name the Mercedes-Benz SL Class since 2004, 5 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 499,676 UK vehicles of this model.

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All Mercedes-Benz SL Class recalls, newest first

  1. A CLASS, A CLASS (177), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA, CLS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS, GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    13 May 2021 · R/2021/110

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    108,971 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  2. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    11 May 2021 · R/2021/120

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    86,604 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  3. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    5 May 2021 · R/2021/132

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    10,410 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  4. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    5 May 2021 · R/2021/131

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    81,267 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  5. A CLASS (177), A CLASS(176), AMG GT, AMG GT COUPE, B CLASS, B CLASS (246), B CLASS(242), C-CLASS, CLA(117), CLA(118), CLS(218), CLS(257), CONVERTIBLE, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, EQC, G CLASS, GL, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLE COUPE, GLS(167), GLS-CLASS, M, S-CLASS, S-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK · the behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

    5 May 2021 · R/2021/134

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    162,581 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

  6. SL CLASS · rear suspension mounting may not meet specification

    28 Nov 2019 · R/2019/362

    A deviation in the production process may have led to a blowhole in the area of the front left suspension mounting point

    Fix: Check the front left bolt connection. If the connection is impaired the defect is irreparable and a buyback of the vehicle is necessary.

    9 vehicles · built 26 Mar 2019 to 2 May 2019

  7. SL CLASS · the passenger air bag cushion may not have been sewn according to specification

    22 Nov 2019 · R/2019/279

    Front passenger airbag cushion may not have been sewn correctly

    Fix: Replace front passenger airbag on affected vehicles

    88 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2018 to 30 Nov 2018

  8. B CLASS, CLA, SL CLASS, SLC · doors on left vehicle side (passenger side) remain permanently locked after the vehicle has been locked/unlocked with the remote control key

    19 Nov 2018 · R/2018/268

    Possible inability to open the left hand door externally or internally.

    Fix: Replace the affected door locks on the left side of the vehicle.

    5,030 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2017 to 30 Apr 2018

  9. C CLASS, E-CLASS, E-CLASS COUPE, SL CLASS · loss of power steering support

    20 Feb 2017 · R/2017/073

    It has been identified that the pins within the electric power assisted steering control unit may not have been contact welded correctly. This can result in an open circuit which will lead to a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of control of the vehicle.

    Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace electric power assisted steering.

    14 vehicles

  10. SL CLASS · risk of fire

    30 Nov 2012 · R/2012/127

    On a short production run certain SL Class vehicles had their air conditioning systems filled with the wrong refrigerant. Under normal driving there is not a safety risk. However should the vehicle be involved in a very heavy frontal impact accident which occurs in conjunction with a fracture of the refrigerant line it is possible that an engine compartment fire may occur.

    Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the refrigerant with a version which is less flammable.

    4 vehicles

  11. C CLASS, S CLASS, SL CLASS · driving stability may be affected

    17 Nov 2008 · R/2008/152

    It has been identified that during production or a repair faulty Active Body Control (ABC) acceleration sensors may have been fitted. This has the potential to cause vibrations at the front axle thus influencing the driving stability and operational safety.

    Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the ABC acceleration sensor checked and replaced as necessary.

    256 vehicles

  12. E CLASS, SL CLASS · brake pedal may require more effort than expected

    27 Jul 2005 · R/2005/134

    Problems may occur with the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) hydraulic unit that could affect the input required by the driver to stop the vehicle.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected so the SBC hydraulic unit can be checked and if necessary replaced.

    4,700 vehicles

  13. E CLASS, SL CLASS · possibility of reduced braking efficiency

    5 Jul 2004 · R/2004/094

    Premature wear of the Sensatronic Brake Control (SBC) unit may lead to a reduced braking efficiency

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles download the latest software. Following the download the system will advise when the SBC hydraulic unit requires replacement.

    39,742 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2002 to 1 Jun 2003

Other Mercedes-Benz models

Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.