2003 Mercedes-Benz Sl55 Recalls

“It appears the bcm (battery control module) caught fire and burned a significant portion of the trunk and associated wiring.”

“My car (the sl55 and all sl models) has a "battery control module" (bcm) also referred to as the "battery stabilization control load module" which shows signs of imminent failure which will lead to a meltdown or fire. I inspected the module after finding that this was a common problem with these…”

“The battery control module (known as the bcm or bns) failed, triggering a fire. The incident occurred while the vehicle was parked in a garage and had not been operated for several weeks. The fire consumed the module, insulation on wiring connected to and close to the module, part of the trunk…”

“Plastic piece on gearshift assembly broke not allowing car to be placed in gear. Is apparently a problem with 1000's of these cars based on internet search. Contacted mercedes and they said not their problem. They charge $1300.00 to fix the problem. They stated to save money on this part being…”

“Internal gas tank baffle has come loose inside the gas tank. This causes a consistent and very annoying rattling sound. *tr”

“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz sl55 amg. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, he could hear something moving abnormally within the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that he needed to replace the fuel tank. The vehicle…”

“Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz sl55. When the vehicle was turned on noise was near the brake system and there were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for inspection. The mechanic stated that the sbc hydraulic system was inoperable and there was no…”

“Defective fuel tank baffles. Fuel tank baffle(s) come loose and bounce around inside tank banging the sides of the fuel tank. *tr”