Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls (2016-2020)
The Mercedes-Benz SLC has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2016 to 2020 model years. They cluster mostly around the communication, electrical system, and electronic stability control (esc).
The Mercedes-Benz SLC scores 49 out of 100 (grade C), a roughly average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 3 campaigns span 5 model years of the Mercedes-Benz SLC. The single largest affected 1,292,258 vehicles, over communication. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common SLC problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Mercedes-Benz SLC may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Mercedes-Benz SLC recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Mercedes-Benz SLC recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC, involving the communication and electrical system.
2019 Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2019 Mercedes-Benz SLC, involving the communication and electrical system.
2018 Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls
1 recall affects the 2018 Mercedes-Benz SLC, involving the communication and electrical system.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC, involving the communication, electrical system, and electronic stability control (esc).
2016 Mercedes-Benz SLC Recalls
1 recall affects the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLC, involving the electronic stability control (esc).
Every Mercedes-Benz SLC recall in detail
Communication
- Affected years
- 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC
- Vehicles in this recall
- 242,722
- Reported
- May 20, 2022
- Owners notified
- Jul 8, 2022
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
NHTSA campaign number 22V365000.
Communication
- Affected years
- 2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,292,258
- Reported
- Feb 5, 2021
- Owners notified
- Mar 12, 2021
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
NHTSA campaign number 21V058000.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Affected years
- 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC
- Vehicles in this recall
- 5,818
- Reported
- May 9, 2017
- Owners notified
- Jun 9, 2017
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015 SLK 250, 2016 SLK 350, 2016-2017 SLC 300, and 2017 SLC 43 AMG vehicles. In these vehicles, the electronic stability control (ESC) system software may incorrectly keep the brakes slightly applied.
Risk: If brake pads are constantly applied over long periods of driving, the brake components may heat up, affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the dragging brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the ESC system, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
NHTSA campaign number 17V308000.
Common questions about Mercedes-Benz SLC recalls
- Does the Mercedes-Benz SLC have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 3 recall campaigns on record for the Mercedes-Benz SLC across the 2016 to 2020 model years. The most common areas are the communication, electrical system, and electronic stability control (esc).
- How many times has the Mercedes-Benz SLC been recalled?
- The Mercedes-Benz SLC has 3 recall campaigns from the 2016 to 2020 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Mercedes-Benz SLC recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the communication, affecting 1,292,258 vehicles. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
- Which Mercedes-Benz SLC model year has the most recalls?
- The 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Mercedes-Benz SLC has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.