Tire Problems of Mercedes Benz SL550

Mercedes Benz SL550 owners have reported 4 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire bulge (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire bubble (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Mercedes Benz SL550

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire Bulge problems
2
Tire Bubble problems
1
Tire problems
1

Recently reported Tire problems of Mercedes Benz SL550

The Tire Bulge problem

Tire failure--bulging/rim damage ;replacing third set of tires at 8500 miles   Read details...

The Tire Bubble problem

Preparing to put a third set of tires on my Mercedes Benz Sl550 @8500 miles. Already repaired 2 rims. ?! no warranty. 3 tires have bubbles on them.   Read details...

The Tire problem

Unknown cause, cracked and bent wheel rims, replaced with new.   Read details...




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