Structure Problems of Mercedes Benz SL550

Mercedes Benz SL550 owners have reported 5 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 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 SL550

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
4
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Mercedes Benz SL550

The Body problem

The whole dashboard leather has come apart. The seam around the vent is peeling up, the top part is looking really bad. The top part of the instrumental console, the leather cloth has fell and you cannot see the face of the panel. This car should not be falling apart like that.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2009 Mercedes Benz Sl550. The contact stated that the brakes failed while traveling 35 mph and attempting to stop. The brake pedal was depressed into the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the hydraulic brake system failed and needed to   Read details...




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