There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 57,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes · at 57,000 miles · reported Dec 5, 2017
While driving at 50mph, audible and visual warnings of brake failure. No braking available other than transmission downshift for engine braking.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 66,550 miles · reported Feb 27, 2014
The subject car, a 2008 mercdes benz sl550, that has never been in an accident and is stored in a garage. The car was started and driven out of the garage on to the street, approximately 50 yards later while driving about 20 MPH, the brakes 100% failed and the power assisted steering stop working. After coasting to a stop and placing the car in park. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor. The dash board flashed a stop sign symbol and a message that increase pedal pressure would be required. The car was turned off and restarted. At first the brakes and steering seem normal but after…
Seats · at 24,000 miles · reported Sep 15, 2011
Driver placed a purse behind the front seat of the vehicle. The vehicle has power seats which operate on a motor. The strap from the purse apparently came in contact with the seat in motion causing smoldering and eventually the seat motor to burn itself out. A fire was avoided due to a fuse causing the motor to stop however the motor while it was operating and prior to the fuse kicking in nearly caused a fire. The seat should be equipped with a contact mechanism ( Similar to that in the window and elevator doors or garage doors which causes the seat to stop upon contact. If makeup or other…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jul 22, 2011
The contact owns a 2008 mercedes benz sl550. The contact was driving approximately 40 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to an authorized dealer where the computer system was repaired. Approximately two years later, the recurred whether the vehicle was in motion or stopped. During the recurrences, the vehicle would restart after stalling. The vehicle was towed back to the authorized dealer where they were in the process of diagnosing the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports), followed by seats (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 57,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.