2022 Mercedes-Benz Amg Sl55 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (2) · Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender (1)
Safety recalls (4)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2023-12-21 · campaign 23V880000 · 79,676 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Electrical System:wiring 2023-10-06 · campaign 23V676000 · 5,326 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2023-06-26 · campaign 23V445000 · 143,551 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2022-03-25 · campaign 22V189000 · 8,396 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Service bulletins (206)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Steering 2026-09-26 · LI46.10-P-080896 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint slight creaking noises when steering. cause noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. remedy remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. if necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.
Electrical System 2026-09-25 · OTA-Comm. Mod. SW. Update · Over The Air
a software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. the update is free of charge and runs in the background, which takes about 8 minutes to install. during this time, the vehicle can be driven without any restrictions, an
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Electrical System 2026-09-17 · LI54.30-P-080963 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint issue after ota update ic odometer reading blank("_ _ _ _") ic maintanence data unavailable cause ota update e61.0 remedy in the ic control unit log, please check the following information: verify whether dtcs b228229, b228287, and b226656 are present in either a or a+s. verify that status
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Electrical System 2026-09-11 · LI54.71-P-079104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint traffic sign symbol for "traffic sign assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑"). • flashing when current vehicle speed is under speed limit. • flashing between us speed limit symbol
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What owners report
2025-10-08 · Engine · 10,000 mi“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 u…”
2025-09-10 · Engine“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 charge…”
2024-08-19 · Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender · 9,000 mi“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.…”
2024-06-12 · Unknown Or Other“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…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.