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2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63: 3 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.

3vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
19best combined mpg
2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63
Photo: Michael Gil from Toronto, ON, Canada · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Airbags Vehicle recall #14V386000 · 2014 · 311 vehicles

What's wrong: Due to an air bag assembly error, the front passenger air bag May not deploy properly.

Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating front passenger air bag deployment, the front passenger seat airbag May not properly deploy, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger seat occupant.

The fix: Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. Mercedes-benz distributed an interim letter to owners on July 17, 2014. A second owner letter was mailed after parts became available in mid August 2014.

Steering Vehicle recall #16V899000 · 2016 · 70 vehicles

What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 sl550, 2013-2014 sl63 amg, 2014-2016 e350, 2014 e350 cabriolet, e350 coupe, 2014-2015 s550, 2015 e350 bluetec, 2015-2016 e400, 2016 e550 coupe, and maybach s600 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to August 14, 2015. The affected vehicles use an electric power steering system that May have improperly soldered contacts inside the control…

Why it matters: If the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. The increase in pin contact resistance can also increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.

The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017.

Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles

What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that May cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf

Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 so far.

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
5.5 L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive162519Premium

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FAQ

Does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 get?

EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (5.5 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 repair manual?

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Other SL63 years

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