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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Suspension
37Brakes
17Fuel System
14Other
11Electrical
10Steering
8Engine
6Powertrain
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 13, 2015POWER TRAINPLASTIC PIECE ON GEARSHIFT ASSEMBLY BROKE NOT ALLOWING CAR TO BE PLACED IN GEAR. IS APPARENTLY A PR...
Aug 3, 2011POWER TRAINGEAR SHIFT MECHANISM STUCK IN PARK. CAN NOT SHIFT GEARS OR CAN NOT MOVE CAR CREATING A DANGEROUS POS...
Apr 2, 2011POWER TRAINOUR 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ SL500 BECAME STUCK IN PARK AND COULD NOT GET OUT OF PARK DESPITE A VARIETY OF...

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