Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Generations of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Every body generation side by side — each links to its full story: market prices, facelift changes, recalls and live listings.
| Generation | Facelift | Price today | Units for sale | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generation 1 1996–now | — | $37,895–$158,145 | 156 | — | 319 |
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style. Price today — median asking prices across each generation's model years (current market).
Engines used in the SL-Class
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz 5.5L 8-cylinder | 2003–2019 | 14 models | 18 |
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
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About the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring sports car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1954. The designation "SL" derives from the German term "Super-Leicht", which translates to "Super Light" in English.
Source: Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, CC BY-SA.
Market by model year
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | Vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 9 | $40,998 | 26% | 48,308 mi |
| 2016 | 25 | $46,495 | 29% | 45,482 mi |
| 2017 | 10 | $42,789 | 27% | 39,347 mi |
| 2018 | 13 | $37,895 | 24% | 52,389 mi |
| 2019 | 5 | $65,000 | 41% | 18,500 mi |
| 2020 | 14 | $61,750 | 39% | 36,728 mi |
| 2022 | 15 | $91,888 | 58% | 19,899 mi |
| 2023 | 17 | $92,999 | 59% | 8,222 mi |
| 2024 | 6 | $118,788 | 75% | 6,502 mi |
| 2025 | 10 | $136,617 | 86% | 7,946 mi |
| 2026 | 32 | $158,145 | 100% | 8 mi |
Inventory and price data refreshed daily; last updated .
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1999 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2001 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2002 | 0 | 13 | Electrical System, Structure, Equipment |
| 2003 | 0 | 114 | Suspension, Service Brakes, Electrical System |
| 2004 | 0 | 55 | Suspension, Service Brakes, Gasoline |
| 2005 | 0 | 29 | Service Brakes, Electrical System, Power Train |
| 2006 | 0 | 18 | Service Brakes, Suspension, Electrical System |
| 2007 | 0 | 21 | Service Brakes, Electrical System, Suspension |
| 2008 | 0 | 4 | Service Brakes, Steering, Hydraulic |
| 2009 | 0 | 18 | Service Brakes, Tires, Structure |
| 2011 | 0 | 3 | Wheels, Air Bags, Structure |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2013 | 0 | 18 | Steering, Engine, Power Train |
| 2014 | 0 | 4 | Wheels, Structure, Air Bags |
| 2015 | 0 | 4 | Wheels, Engine |
| 2016 | 0 | 1 | Tires |
| 2017 | 0 | 4 | Power Train, Service Brakes, Electrical System |
| 2018 | 0 | 2 | Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Unknown Or Other |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine |
| 2022 | 0 | 8 | Engine, Electrical System, Lane Departure |
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | Steering, Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | — |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.