Structure Problems of Mercedes Benz SL500

Mercedes Benz SL500 owners have reported 8 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mercedes Benz SL500


Recently reported Structure problems of Mercedes Benz SL500

The Body problem

Yesterday 9/17/2022, while driving my 2009 mercedes-benz sl550 on the expressway with my wife as passenger, we heard and felt a very loud explosion. Shattered glass was entering the vehicle. I managed to pull off the expressway at the next exit.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2009 mercedes Sl500. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was parked in sunny weather, the shifter would heat up to temperatures in excess of 150 degrees making it difficult to safely operate the vehicle.   Read details...

The Door problem

Whenever vehicle runs over a bumps or a pothole, it causes door locks to pop open. Dealer notified, and problem still ccurring. Feel free to provide any any further information.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

Hydraulic cylinders for soft top and hard top convertible fails and leaks. All 12 of the cylinders fails due to hydraulic fluid corrosion thousands of complaints. Costs 12000(twelve thousands dollars to fix).   Read details...

The Trunk Lid problem

The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes Benz Sl500. Whenever the contact attempts to use the trunk, the trunk lid falls immediately back down. This prevents him from being able to use the trunk at all. Prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the trunk lid would slightly fall when placed in the   Read details...




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