Mercedes-Benz SL500 suspension problems by year
57 NHTSA owner complaints name the suspension across 3 SL500 model years. The most reported year is 2003 with 34 reports.
| Year | Suspension reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 SL500 | 2 | 11% | — | |
| 2004 SL500 | 21 | 48% | 56,000 mi | |
| 2003 SL500 | 34 | 43% | 63,430 mi |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the suspension. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.