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2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Recall

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Recall service at Mercedes-Benz of Tampa in Tampa, FL

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Recall Summary

5 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bag

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V177000 · 51 vehicles affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Wagon 4Matic, GLK350 and SL550 vehicles, 2012 CLS550 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2016 E350 vehicles, 2016-2017 GL450 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2014 ML350 4Matic BlueTec vehicles, 2015 S550, S550 4Matic and C300 4Matic Sed

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Air Bag1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V177000 · 51 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Seat Belt1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V251000 · 12,743 vehicles affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, GLC43 AMG, S550, S550 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail

Consequence

If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. Remedy parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall in May 2017 and will be sent a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Power Steering Assist1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V714000 · 72 vehicles affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.

Consequence

If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Door Latch1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 17V816000 · 8,700 vehicles affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE63S 4Matic Coupe, 2017-2018 GLS550 4Matic, S550 4Matic, 2018 S450, and S63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be. As such, th

Consequence

If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Emergency Call eCall1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 21V058000 · 1,292,258 vehicles affected

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Consequence

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Corrective Action

MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 6, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

NHTSA has identified five recall areas for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: Air Bag, Seat Belt, Power Steering Assist, Door Latch, and Emergency Call eCall.
The reported concerns involve air bag deployment, seat belt pretensioners, power steering assistance, a door lock, and emergency-call location software.

How do I check if my 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has an open recall?

You can check your VIN at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at the Mercedes-Benz of Tampa service department.
A VIN check confirms whether a recall is open for your specific vehicle and identifies the applicable manufacturer remedy.

How much does a 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class recall repair cost?

A 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class recall repair is free at an authorized dealer when the vehicle is covered by an open manufacturer recall.
Manufacturer safety recall remedies are completed at no charge to the owner.

Can an independent shop fix a 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer recall remedy at no charge.
Mercedes-Benz of Tampa uses factory-trained technicians and manufacturer procedures for recall work.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open remedy can help provide a clearer trade-in evaluation; visit our trade-in page to get started.
Recall status is verified by VIN, making it useful to complete the check before discussing a vehicle trade.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Protect Your Drive

NHTSA recall information identifies five safety-related areas for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. Air bag software may affect deployment in a crash, while seat belt pretensioners may not restrain occupants as intended. A power steering control unit may disable steering assist, increasing crash risk. A left rear door could appear locked when it is not, creating a risk of unintended opening. Emergency Call eCall software may communicate the wrong vehicle location after a crash, potentially delaying help. Waiting can leave these risks unresolved. A free VIN check at Mercedes-Benz of Tampa determines whether any open remedy applies and helps you move forward with confidence.

Authorized Local Expertise

Mercedes-Benz of Tampa provides manufacturer-authorized recall service for drivers in Tampa, FL, and nearby communities. Factory-trained technicians follow Mercedes-Benz repair procedures and use manufacturer diagnostic tools to identify the correct remedy for your VIN. When a recall applies, the manufacturer remedy is completed at no charge, using the appropriate OEM parts or software update. Our team can inspect components, perform required updates, and explain what was completed. Visit us at 4400 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33614, or schedule an appointment online for convenient service planning.

Start With a Free VIN Check

Begin by checking your VIN through NHTSA.gov or contacting Mercedes-Benz of Tampa. Bring the vehicle in so our service team can verify open recalls and complete any applicable manufacturer remedy. You do not need to wait until a warning appears or assume a previous repair was completed; schedule service even when you are unsure, because the recall check is free. After your VIN review, our team can explain the repair timeline and next steps. If your vehicle needs additional attention, you can also review service specials before your visit.