Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 model year from 2023–2024 using 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, 4 recalls and federal defect investigations. No AMG SL43 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
1complaints
4recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

202320241
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20240—2—Few
20231—4ElectricalFew

* Complaints compared with the median AMG SL43 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 problems

  • Electrical systemworst: 2023
    1100%
  • Steeringworst: 2023
    1100%
  • Driver assistanceworst: 2023
    1100%

Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 recalls

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

NHTSA recall 25V-255 · May 12, 2025 · 443 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

NHTSA recall 24V-115 · Feb 16, 2024 · 31,848 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-880 · Dec 21, 2023 · 79,676 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024,…

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 23V-445 · Jun 26, 2023 · 143,551 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

All 4 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (1), steering (1) and driver assistance (1). Electrical complaints peak in the 2023 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 had?

4 recalls across 2023–2024. The model year with the most is 2023. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.