MYRModel Year Report

2009 Mercedes Benz SL550

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2009 Mercedes Benz SL550
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:36.477Z

Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz SL550 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009
2009: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
20031
200716
20084
200915

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes.

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Complete brake failure while driving. No one was injured but the vehicle could not be stopped until the transmission went into limp mode with still no brakes. Now the ABS and SRS lights on. Brake pedal to the floor.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250213

I bought the almost 3 years now since I bought it I seen and message on the dash board Reduced Braking Power Depress Brake Pedal fully .

NHTSA ODI report, 20220516

The brake handle popped off for parking brake

NHTSA ODI report, 20220307

WHEELS

4 of 15 total reports mention: wheels.

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UNKNOWN CAUSE, CRACKED AND BENT WHEEL RIMS, REPLACED WITH NEW. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20100928

TIRES

4 of 15 total reports mention: tires.

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UNKNOWN CAUSE, CRACKED AND BENT WHEEL RIMS, REPLACED WITH NEW. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20100928

I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE SINCE MARCH 2009 AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 11 TIRES AND 2 WHEELS AND HAVE HAD 3 WHEELS REPAIRED. THIS IS DUE TO LOW PROFILE TIRES WHICH DEVELOP BULGES. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20100313

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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I'm reporting a SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE affecting all Mercedes-Benz R230 series SL roadsters, model years 2003–2012, of which approximately 85,000 were sold in the United States: • There are numerous reports on R230 SL owners' online forums that...

NHTSA ODI report, 20251123

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MERCEDES BENZ SL550. WHILE TRYING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED AND ALL OF THE DOORS AUTOMATICALLY LOCKED PREVENTING THE CONTACT FROM EXITING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150320

TIRES

1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Mercedes Benz SL550 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Mercedes Benz SL550?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Mercedes Benz SL550 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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