MYRModel Year Report

2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class

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2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:20.528Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002 1 2003: 9 complaints 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2009: 0 complaints
1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2002: 1 complaint 2002 1 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2009: 0 complaints 2009
1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2002: 1 complaint 2002 1 2003: 9 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2009: 0 complaints 2009

2002: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19962
19972
199812
19990
20021
20039
20043
20052
20060
20090

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle. The driver took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic replaced gasket and other parts.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-06

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2007-08-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-11-20 Air suspension system failure

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Mercedes Benz SL Class have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.