MYRModel Year Report

1995 Mercedes Benz SL

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1995 Mercedes Benz SL
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:58.300Z

Only 13 complaints 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz SL Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaints 2011: 1 complaints 2011
1995: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19901
19911
19921
19932
199415
199513
20033
20042
20061
20071
20111

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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1995 SL600 WITH COMPLETELY ERODED ENGINE WIRE HARNESS. ALMOST ALL THE INSULATION ON THE WIRES ARE GONE LEAVING BARE WIRES. THIS IS COMPLETELY RIDICULOUS FOR A 100K CAR. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20110130

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE INJURY
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THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WIRING HARNESS ON MY 1995 SL320 WAS REPLACED IN 1997 AND HAS DETERIORATED AND BROKE DOWN AGAIN CAUSING A FIRE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080320

ENGINE WIRING HARNESS IS CRUMBLING LIKE CORN BREAD. IT IS CHEAPLY MADE, I READ THAT IT HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH BEING RECYCLABLE. I HAVE A 50 YEAR OLD CHEVY WITH THE ORIGINAL WIRING HARNESS AND IT IS FINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070115

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

EQUIPMENT

1 of 13 total reports mentions: equipment.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 Mercedes Benz SL — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1995 Mercedes Benz SL 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 1995 Mercedes Benz SL?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz SL have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.