NHTSA lists 3 complaints for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS, 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-10.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MERCEDES-BENZ AMG SLS.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | 66.7% |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 | 33.3% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 | 33.3% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | DELIVERY | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| fluid or fuel leak | 1 | 100.0% | 0.97 |
| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| moderate | 1 | 100.0% | 0.99 |
Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 1 tagged complaints of 3 complaints (33.3%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
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0 investigations; 0 open.
36 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 8 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| STRUCTURE | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
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
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
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. a ? If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary
Date: 2026-07-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Date: 2026-05-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the A-pillar
Date: 2026-05-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION, WHEELS.
Complaint Noises at the front axle when cornering or maneuvering (video files attached) Note: Save video files locally and play them with Windows Media Player. Cause Driving with summer tires in combination with low outside temperatures. At low outside temperatures or in wet conditions, a noise may
Date: 2026-04-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
Date: 2026-04-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint Soft top inoperative and additional message in multifunction display "Fully open/close soft top". The stored fault codes indicate a short circuit in the limit switches. Cause Gearing of locking motor at soft top lock is defective Remedy Open soft top lock with the aid of Xentry Diagnostics
Date: 2026-03-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the la
Date: 2026-02-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the la
Date: 2026-01-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy *Note - This Li does not apply if there are other Li's that apply to your concern OR you have a fault and/or guided test that leads to a root cause. AC Diagnosis
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| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AMG SLS | 3 |
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