MYRModel Year Report

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550

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2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:18:55.368Z

Only 2 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 2 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 SL550 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2013: 17 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2014 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017
2015: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20112
201317
20144
20152
20160
20174

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

THE ENGINE HARNESS, ME CONTROL UNIT ANDCAM SENSOR FAILED CAUSING OIL TO LEAK INSIDE ENGINE AND COSTLY REPAIR. THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE ON PREVIOUS YEARS AND MODELS. AT THE TIME THE CAR ONLY HAD 50730 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210305

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200727

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20160722 — exterior lighting

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300, SLK350, SL400, SL550, and SL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from June 29, 2015, through July 13, 2015.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary adjust the headlamps, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 16V439000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20171013 — steering

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 16V899000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20191223 — communication

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

Campaign 19V787000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V439000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V899000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V787000 (communication) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2015 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 2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

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