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Mercedes-Benz Amg SL63 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Amg SL63 from 2016 to 2023: 5 owner complaints and 15 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (4), 2018 (1). Best fuel economy: 19 mpg combined (2018).

Mercedes-Benz Amg SL63
Photo: Alexander-93 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain2
Electrical2
Engine2
Speed control / throttle1
Fuel system1
Fuel & propulsion1
Lane departure1
Backup camera1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20161019
20181119
20194018
202010–
202244–
202340–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Amg SL63?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (4), 2018 (1).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Amg SL63 had?

Across 2016–2023, NHTSA lists 15 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).