2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 189 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 56 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Crossfire | Mercedes-Benz SL500 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 59 | 0 |
| Visibility | 56 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 28 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 3 |
| Engine | 6 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
2005 Chrysler Crossfire
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.