2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 recalls and problems

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 has 4 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 recalls

Recall 23V-880: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Dec 21, 2023 · 79,676 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

Recall 23V-676: Electrical System

Reported Oct 6, 2023 · 5,326 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash, and an overheated electrical wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will secure the electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100014.

Recall 23V-445: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jun 26, 2023 · 143,551 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

Recall 22V-189: Steering

Reported Mar 25, 2022 · 8,396 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.

Risk: Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.

2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Engine2
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Immobilizer/Proximity › Key/Sender — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 10,000 miles · reported Oct 8, 2025
The contact leased a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally and was later driven to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on another occasion and the vehicle stalled and was restarted. The vehicle was later towed to a different dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with engine…
Electrical System · reported Sep 10, 2025
The electrical systems drains the two batteries after the car sits idle for a few hours. If it can be started, many of the safety features are inoperable until the car is driven for 30 or 40 minutes. I've had it to multiple Mercedes dealers and all they do is re-charge the battery and told me to get a trickle charger. Even after being on the charger, it failed to start. I was the third owner. No one had owned this car for more that a year. Service records indicate that previous owners had same issues. I purchased it in Nov of 2024 from Mercedes Benz of Clearwater, FL. I took it back and traded…
Electrical System · at 9,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the vehicle failed to detect the presence of the key, after which the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,000.
Unknown or Other · reported Jun 12, 2024
Car reports low or critical battery while having car doors open to detail. This is a known issue for this vehicle. There is a campaign to fix this issue but I am not on the list of cars to be fixed.There have been reports that these cars die on the street and this could be very dangerous. Since I am still having these issues I am asking that my car receive the fix and my family can be safe from this issue. My car just sitting for a few days also receives a critical battery notice. Please assist me in this manner. Thanks in advance for your help. The cause is coming from the key fob as stated…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55: 23V-880 (fuel system, gasoline), 23V-676 (electrical system), 23V-445 (fuel system, gasoline), 22V-189 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.