CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2 reports).
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class recalls
Most common 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
SOMETHING CALLED AN ABC PUMP AND BLOCK HAS FAILED AND CAR DROPS DOWN ON FRAME. SPENT $3200 ON THE PUMP TO DRIVE 2 MONTHS BEFORE THEY WANT $3800 TO REPAIR THE VALVE BLOCK. BOTH TIMES THE VEHICLE DROPS AND IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO A BAFFLE COMING LOOSE IN THE GAS TANK THAT HAS METAL BASHING METAL INSIDE THE GAS CELL. *TR
WHEN TURNING ON THE AIR CONDITIONER OR ANY OTHER VEHICLE ACCESSORY THE HEADLIGHTS DIM OR THEY FLASH ON AND OFF AS IF GOING FROM HIGH BEAM TO LOW BEAM, ETC. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 040842001A. *AK
RECALL CAMPAIGN: RECALL 2004 050014 NOTICE RECEIVED FOR DEFECTIVE SENSOTRONIC BRAKE. *BF THE SERVICE DEALER COMPUTERS DISENGAGED THE CONSUMERS BRAKING SYSTEM, THEREFORE THE VEHICLE WAS INOPERABLE. 2004 MERCEDES BENZ SL500 ROADSTER. *SC *JB
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class questions
Does the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: Electrical System; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Equipment (1), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.