2008 Mercedes Benz SL550
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2008: 4 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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While driving at 50MPH, audible and visual warnings of brake failure. No braking available other than transmission downshift for engine braking.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-05
Steering
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.
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The subject car, a 2008 mercdes benz SL550, that has never been in an accident and is stored in a garage.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-27
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Seats
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seats.
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Driver placed a purse behind the front seat of the vehicle. The vehicle has power seats which operate on a motor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-15
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Mercedes Benz SL550. The contact was driving approximately 40 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to an authorized dealer where the computer system was repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-22
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Mercedes Benz SL550 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Mercedes Benz SL550 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 2008 Mercedes Benz SL550?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Mercedes Benz SL550 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.