2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43 has 3 complaints and 44 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report sudden loss of safety functions including adaptive cruise control and seatbelts along with engine issues. One complaint describes the gas pedal breaking and causing unintended acceleration combined with braking difficulties resulting in multiple dangerous incidents and vehicle damage.
Common Issues
- Adaptive cruise failure. Sudden malfunction causes all safety systems including adaptive cruise control to shut down unexpectedly.
- Brake and accelerator interaction. Gas pedal broke off and wedged between brake and accelerator pedals leading to simultaneous acceleration and braking.
- Safety system shutdowns. Warning lights activate and disable airbag systems, seatbelts, and traction control while driving.
- Engine stalling or shutdown. Engine unexpectedly fails or stops running during vehicle operation.
- Tire and wheel damage. Left side tires and wheels suffered damage requiring towing after control loss.
- Multiple repair attempts. Several dealerships spent extensive time attempting repairs with limited success over months.
There are 44 recalls affecting various systems on this vehicle including critical electrical components and fuel delivery. The recalls address risks such as loss of drive power, safety system failures, and fire hazards. Below are summaries of select recalls impacting fuse boxes and fuel pumps.
Recalls
- Main fuse box defects. NHTSA recall 25V255000 involves 443 vehicles where incorrect fuse boxes installed during prior repairs may cause loss of drive power, restraint systems, or instrument cluster functions increasing crash and fire risks. Dealers will inspect and replace fuse boxes free of charge.
- Faulty 80-Amp fuses. Recall 24V115000 affects 31,848 vehicles with incorrectly manufactured fuses that may fail, resulting in sudden loss of drive power and safety functions as well as fire hazard. Main fuse boxes will be replaced by dealers at no cost.
- Fuel pump shutdown. Recall 23V880000 covers 79,676 vehicles where fuel pumps may shut down causing loss of drive power and crash risk. Dealers will replace fuel pumps free of charge. Owner letters mailed in phases through December 2024.
- Earlier fuel pump recall. Recall 23V445000 affects 143,551 vehicles with fuel pump failures leading to drive power loss and crash risk. Replacement fuel pumps will be installed by dealers free of charge with owner notifications ongoing.
Owners who face repeated repairs, safety system failures, or unresolved recall issues with the 2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43 may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a consumer protection attorney could provide guidance on potential remedies.
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43 Summary
2023
Model Year
3
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
255518
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
443 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.
Risk: An incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
31848 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
Risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
143551 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
79676 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Complaints
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
ID: 2057634FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
My mom and I were in her car brand new Mercedes adaptive cruise was on the car started to act up with all the warning lights again, which shut all safety systems down air back seatbelts, adaptive cruise, Tronics and the engine wall between 18 wheeler and the freeway wall slammed the vehicle into the freeway hall causing about $5000 worth of damage tires and wheels. Both on the left side had to be towed is horribly scary on another incident about three weeks prior. The gas pedal broke while she was getting off the freeway and braking trying to brake with part cars during rush-hour. The car is going and braking at the same time she had to go up on the curb come to find out the gas pedal broke off and lunged hinged itself between the brake and the gas pedal so when she was trying to break, the car was accelerating at the same time scared her to death. She’s almost [XXX]. She bought this car and I almost killed her twice Not to mention all the issues we’ve had going into the shop six weeks at a time three different dealerships we’ve only have the car in our possession maybe two months out of the eight months they’ve done nothing and they can’t fix it. Brand new. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
ID: 2057633STEERING
My mom and I were in her car brand new Mercedes adaptive cruise was on the car started to act up with all the warning lights again, which shut all safety systems down air back seatbelts, adaptive cruise, Tronics and the engine wall between 18 wheeler and the freeway wall slammed the vehicle into the freeway hall causing about $5000 worth of damage tires and wheels. Both on the left side had to be towed is horribly scary on another incident about three weeks prior. The gas pedal broke while she was getting off the freeway and braking trying to brake with part cars during rush-hour. The car is going and braking at the same time she had to go up on the curb come to find out the gas pedal broke off and lunged hinged itself between the brake and the gas pedal so when she was trying to break, the car was accelerating at the same time scared her to death. She’s almost [XXX]. She bought this car and I almost killed her twice Not to mention all the issues we’ve had going into the shop six weeks at a time three different dealerships we’ve only have the car in our possession maybe two months out of the eight months they’ve done nothing and they can’t fix it. Brand new. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SL43
ID: 2057632ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My mom and I were in her car brand new Mercedes adaptive cruise was on the car started to act up with all the warning lights again, which shut all safety systems down air back seatbelts, adaptive cruise, Tronics and the engine wall between 18 wheeler and the freeway wall slammed the vehicle into the freeway hall causing about $5000 worth of damage tires and wheels. Both on the left side had to be towed is horribly scary on another incident about three weeks prior. The gas pedal broke while she was getting off the freeway and braking trying to brake with part cars during rush-hour. The car is going and braking at the same time she had to go up on the curb come to find out the gas pedal broke off and lunged hinged itself between the brake and the gas pedal so when she was trying to break, the car was accelerating at the same time scared her to death. She’s almost [XXX]. She bought this car and I almost killed her twice Not to mention all the issues we’ve had going into the shop six weeks at a time three different dealerships we’ve only have the car in our possession maybe two months out of the eight months they’ve done nothing and they can’t fix it. Brand new. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)