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Model year

2017 Mercedes-Benz SL63

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (2)Complaints (0)Investigations (1)Bulletins (76)
Recall campaigns covering this model year21.29M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL63 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL63

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL63
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
21V-058Feb 5, 2021Software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the…Communication1,292,258Software update
17V-177Mar 14, 2017Various control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air…Airbags51Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL63

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    1 NHTSA investigation on file

    • EA21002 Engineering analysis, Airbags
      Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
      Opened Sep 17, 2021, still open
    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    76 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • LI46.35-P-067339 Aug 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time. OR Rattling, humming, dry sliding/gravel noise from the electric steering system when steering (see attachment). Complaint does not imp…
    • LI82.62-P-078631 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis wor…
    • LI35.30-P-058566 Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by exp…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 Jul 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
    • LI82.85-P-080507 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the message "SOS - service not activated" appears on the instrument cluster. In addition, the following two conditions are also met: • HERMES (N1…
    • LI82.85-P-080559 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The customer requests deactivation of the N112/9 HERMES communication module Note: Deactivation of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) is not supported for gray-market vehicles. Cause Before deactivating the HERMES control unit (N112/9), it must be c…
    • LI82.30-P-059239 May 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled …
    • LI40.10-P-061032 May 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises at the front axle when cornering or maneuvering (video files attached) Note: Save video files locally and play them with Windows Media Player. Cause Driving with summer tires in combination with low outside temperatures. At low outside temp…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 May 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Apr 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm…
    • EW - Pressure Trans M157 Mar 13, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
      In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, and vacuum lines in cer…
    • CL - EW M157 Mar 27, 2026 · Other
      Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, an…
    • EW - Vacuum Pump M157 Mar 14, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
      In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, and vacuum lines in cer…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm …
    • LI82.10-P-078307 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Feb 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm …
    • LI82.10-P-078896 Feb 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
    • LI27.19-P-072588 Sep 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54…
    • LI33.30-P-056665 May 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eli…
    • LI82.85-P-079271 May 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint After a software update of HERMES communication module N112/9 has been performed on a gray import vehicle, the message "SOS - Service not activated" is displayed in the instrument cluster. Cause The message "SOS - Service not activated" tells the …
    • LI82.10-P-078896 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Remedy NOTE: If a pressure compensati…
    • LI42.10-P-063502 Apr 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
    • LI82.70-P-077433 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
    • LI42.10-P-063502 Feb 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
    • LI35.30-P-058566 Jan 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is elimina…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 Jan 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering functionality is not affected. For 192 and 232: Only affects vehicles in the below FIN rang…
    • LI42.10-P-063502 Jan 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
    • LI42.10-P-063502 Jan 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
    • LI27.19-P-072588 Nov 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy It is important that LI54.15-P-057373 is processe…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 Nov 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering functionality is not affected. For 192 and 232: Only affects vehicles up to FIN vehicle ide…
    • LI82.10-P-078069 Nov 13, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any technical impairment of the rear lamps. Remedy Rear lamp: Remedy 1: Clearing …
    • LI82.35-P-078467 Oct 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor housing leaks. 3.2. Pump fitting leaks. 3.3. Washer fluid hose c…
    • LI82.70-P-077433 Sep 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
    • LI33.20-P-078406 Sep 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering functionality is not affected. For 192 and 232: Only affects vehicles up to VIN vehicle ide…
    • CL - 2022080005 Aug 9, 2024 · Other
      In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance and quality of your vehicle, we are writing to inform you that on certain Model Year 2011-2018 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, G-Class, CL, CLS, ML, GL, GLE, GLS, GLC, SL, and AMG GT vehicles with 6 and …
    • LI42.10-P-063502 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions. These are…
    • LI82.10-P-078307 Sep 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
    • LI82.10-P-078304 Sep 9, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamps fogged or droplets forming. Cause Due to the housing cover with pressure compensation diaphragm, the headlamps are a "closed system". This means that the headlamps are protected against acid gases, dirt and exhaust gas. However, moistur…
    • LI82.10-P-078301 Sep 10, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Headlamps comply with all applicabl…
    • NCU - 2022080005 Aug 10, 2024 · Service Campaign
      Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, G-Class, CL, CLS, ML, GL, GLE, GLS, GLC, SL, and AMG GT (204, 205, 207, 212, 213, 217, 221, 222, 463, 216, 218…
    • LI82.10-P-078069 Jul 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any technical impairment of the rear lamps. Remedy Rear lamp: Remedy 1: Clearing …
    • NCU - 24240304 Mar 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to allegations that the 5…
    • NCU-OTAcommNoMMC Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG (âMBAGâ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that in certain MY 2017-2021 C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class, SL, and SLC (205, 117, 257, 213/238, 253, 166/292, 190/290,217/222, 231, 172) vehicles, the…
    • LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ⢠Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat belt buckle). ⢠Light init…
    • LI82.85-P-076800 Oct 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an extended period of t…
    • LI82.85-P-076799 Aug 18, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is stored for "atpServ…
    • LI46.15-P-063353 Sep 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. Remedy There are 2 repair procedures t…
    • LI68.05-P-060306 Jan 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed in the garage. 2…
    • LI09.00-P-074093 Dec 8, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 – Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
    • MIMY2017 Feb 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Model indicator index.
    • LI8285P055695 Aug 5, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.
    • LI8270P056963 Aug 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Software update of COMAND Online control unit.
    • LI1830P0597123 Aug 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
    • Launch NCU - 202 Jan 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Class, GT-Class, M-C…
    • LI82.85-P-071453 Jul 31, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
    • LI82.10-P-062051 Jun 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Headlamps fogged
    • NCU - HVAC Warra May 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type odors originating…
    • P-SC-2020020001 Feb 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Label on Tire Sealant
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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