1995 Mercedes Benz SL
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.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1995
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1995: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
12 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-01-30
The engine compartment wiring harness on my 1995 SL320 was replaced in 1997 and has deteriorated and broke down again causing a fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-20
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, 2007-01-15
Vehicle speed control
1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Service brakes
1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Equipment
1 of 13 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 13 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1995 Mercedes Benz SL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
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 92% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 Mercedes Benz SL have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.