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2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 recalls and problems

1 recall and 16 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550.

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recalls
16
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
3
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software · Electronic stability control (ESC): control module, software · Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software

NHTSA campaign 22V168000 · reported March 18, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 22 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been updated with incorrect software configuration during a service repair. This can result in various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions, including stability and traction control.
The risk
Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the software configuration on the affected control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040003.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 13, 2025 · Electrical system · fire reported

I purchased this vehicle in a private sale in September 2025. The battery Warning light was on and the radio was not working either. I had the vehicle inspected by the Mercedes dealer and was told the batteries were being drained because the BCM (Battery Control Module) I was told there was nothing they can do because…

Sep 12, 2022 · Suspension · 97,444 miles

The contact owns a 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH on a slightly bumpy road, the message "ABC System Malfunction” was displayed. The vehicle started shuddering significantly and lost traction and stability control. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was able to…

Dec 20, 2018 · Service brakes · 75,083 miles

THE BRAKES TOTALLY FAILED WITH LITTLE WARNING. IN MID-OCTOBER, 2018 DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS ALARMS STARTED SOUNDING AND I TOTALLY LOST ALL BRAKING POWER. MERCEDES OF DENVER REPAIRED. ON DECEMBER 17 SAME EXACT THING HAPPENED AT AN EVEN SLOWER SPEED BUT THIS…

Apr 10, 2018 · Service brakes · 77,150 miles

THE VEHICLES BRAKES STOPPED WORKING DUE TO THE SENSOTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT. I'M TOLD THAT THERE IS A LIMITED SET NUMBER OF HOW MANY ITERATIONS YOU CAN GET OUT OF THIS PART BEFORE IT STOPS WORKING.

Mar 30, 2018 · Structure · fire reported

THIS VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON ITS OWN WHILE PARKED IN A LOCKED GARAGE. THE FIRE WAS IN THE TRUNK AND INVOLVED VARIOUS ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS AND WIRING HARNESSES. THE CAR FILLED WITH DENSE SMOKE WHICH COATED EVERYTHING WITH THICK SOOT. THE SMOKED SEEPED INTO EVERYTHING INCLUDING THE CLOSED CONSOLE…

SL550 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2007 11603
2008 0400
2009 01501

All Mercedes-Benz SL550 years →

Questions

Does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550, the most recent reported on March 18, 2022 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software, Electronic stability control (ESC): control module, software, Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 16 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 13, 2025.