2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500 problems by component
44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension → | 21 | 48% | 56,000 mi |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 20% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 11% | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 9% | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 7% | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 7% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.