The 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a vehicle from Germany. Below are the specifications, open safety recalls and NHTSA data available for this specific model year. Decode a 2022 SL-Class VIN to see the exact trim, engine and equipment for one particular vehicle.
Overview
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a vehicle sold in the U.S. market. Enter its 17-character VIN below to pull the exact build from NHTSA vPIC: model year, trim, engine, drivetrain and assembly plant, plus any open safety recalls filed for that model year.
Specifications at a glance
Basic build info
Model year
2022
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL-Class
Body
Vehicle
Country of origin
Germany
Model-year-exact trim, engine and equipment vary by VIN. Decode the specific VIN above to confirm.
Open NHTSA recall campaigns found in our latest check for the 2022 SL-Class. Recall status changes over time and is tracked per-VIN — decode the specific VIN above to confirm.
Common problems to check on this generation
Wear items (brakes, suspension bushings, tires) at a rate set by mileage and prior care
Electronics and infotainment faults reported on some model years
Any open recall: verify by VIN, since repairs are free at the dealer
Applies to the model line as a whole; the 2022 model year may have specific TSBs, always verify by VIN.
Owner-reported problems — 2022 SL-Class
8
owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this year/make/model. Complaints are self-reported by owners and are separate from formal recalls.
Most-reported problem areas:
ENGINE — 1 report
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE — 1 report
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION — 1 report
ENGINE — 10/08/2025
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 rest
1 injuries.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE — 09/10/2025
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 i
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM — 08/19/2024
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.
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Related guides for 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class owners & buyers
The 2022 SL-Class is a Vehicle. Decode a specific VIN above for the exact trim, engine, transmission and factory options for one particular vehicle.
Are there recalls on the 2022 SL-Class?
No open NHTSA recalls were found in our latest check. Recall status is tracked per-VIN, decode the specific VIN to confirm.
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class reliable?
How long a used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class lasts depends mostly on its maintenance history, not the badge. Pull the recall list for the model year, read the service records and pay for an independent inspection before you commit.
Values vary by trim, mileage, condition and region. Check Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds and NADA/J.D. Power for a range, see our guide comparing them — and pair with 5–10 local listings for your exact year and mileage.
What common problems should I watch for on a 2022 SL-Class?
Segment-wide issues like brake and suspension wear are the norm at this age; model-specific issues vary by generation. Review the "common problems" section above, check NHTSA complaints and TSBs for the specific year, and get an independent inspection focused on those areas.
Sources on this page:NHTSA vPIC (specifications),
NHTSA Recalls,
NHTSA NCAP (safety),
EPA FuelEconomy.gov (MPG),
NHTSA Complaints, SAE J2012 (OBD-II standard). VinSpecs is an independent service, not affiliated with Mercedes-Benz or any government agency.
