2015 MERCEDES-BENZ SL400
2 recalls — 2 complaints
19V787000
Nov 1, 2019
COMMUNICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more
Consequence
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more
16V439000
Jun 15, 2016
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
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. The affected vehicles are equipped with low-beam headlights that may have been aimed incorrectly during vehicle production.... Read more
Consequence
Improperly adjusted low-beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| WHEELS | 2 |
WHEELS
Aug 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 16, 2021
Multiple wheel rims (4) have cracked while driving under normal driving conditions. The last wheel rim crack occurred while on the highway leading to a flat tire upon arriving at destination. The rim was found cracked in two places.
WHEELS
Dec 14, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2020
MY SL400 SEEMED TO HAVE A SLOW LEAK SINCE I BOUGHT IT, PARTICULARLY ON ONE TIRE. FINALLY WHILE OUT FOR A DRIVE THE TIRE DRAMATICALLY LOST TIRE PRESSURE AND IT LED ME TO GET SERVICE, WHERE I FOUND THAT THE RIM WAS CRACKED. I HAD THE RIM REPLACED FOR OVER USD$1000 IN OCTOBER. THEN IN DECEMBER, SAME SY... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy — 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ SL400
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,000 |
CO2 Emissions: 393.0 g/mile (Two Seaters)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
MERCEDES-BENZ SL400 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ SL400 across all model years (2015–2016).
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Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ SL400 — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2015 (current) | 2 | 2 |