1998 Mercedes Benz SL320
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
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Driver side airbag failed. Yh passenger side airbag failed. Yh
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-08-23
Also filed under Air bags
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing park/neutral start interlock switch.
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Vehicle was sitting on small incline & slipped out of gear. Rolled back, jumped a curve and went into a street, rearending another vehicle. Dealer will be contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-04-19
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Mercedes Benz SL320 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Mercedes Benz SL320 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 1998 Mercedes Benz SL320?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz SL320 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.