NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class Safety Record
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class presents a notably light recall and complaint burden, with zero open recall campaigns on file and only two owner complaints reported to NHTSA. This model, however, has not undergone federal crash testing; consequently, it carries no star ratings from the NHTSA program, nor has a Safety Index been computed. The absence of published crash-test data for the 2020 SL-Class means no federal safety score exists.
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class?
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has no federal crash-test data on file with NHTSA; no model years in the SL-Class lineup within the scope of this guide have been rated. Its recall and complaint burden is light, with zero recalls issued and only two owner complaints filed. These complaints, targeting the Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Electrical System, and Communication systems, are unverified allegations, each appearing once. The most recent complaint was registered in early 2026, indicating an active record for this six-year-old vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class have any recalls?
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No recall components, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive notices appear in the federal record for this model year.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class?
NHTSA has received two owner complaints for the 2020 SL-Class, covering the Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Electrical System, and Communication components. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as confirmed defects. One complaint alleged a crash and one alleged an injury.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class?
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- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 SL-Class, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2020 SL-Class, leaving no outstanding federal safety remedy tied to this model year as a class.
- Only two unverified owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, with alleged issues spanning the Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Electrical System, and Communication components.
- Shoppers should verify their individual vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov, because a model-level zero-recall count does not rule out a VIN-specific open remedy on a particular unit.
FAQ2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class safety questions
Was the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Sl-Class 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.