# Recalls that may apply to the 2005 Mercedes\-Benz SL\-Class

A recall listed here may apply to a vehicle of this year, make and model. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle: check the VIN with the official lookups.

## United States (NHTSA), as of 2026-10-19

- [05V133000](/recalls/nhtsa/05V133000.md), 2005-04-01: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE SENSOTRONIC  BRAKE CONTROL \(SBC\)  SYSTEM MAY PREMATURELY SHIFT TO THE HYDRAULIC BACK\-UP FUNCTION MODE, DUE TO DETERIORATION OF THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTION, OR DUE TO PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP. Built 2001\-06\-01 to 2005\-03\-31.

## Canada (Transport Canada), as of 2026-10-19

- [2008290](/recalls/tc/2008290.md), 2008-08-15: Other. Certain vehicles equipped with Active Body Control \(ABC\) the sensors on the front struts may not operate within tolerances.  As such, the sensor signal may not be accurately transmitted to the Electronic Control Unit \(ECU\).  A variation in the transmitted values can result in one front strut adjusting to a value while the other does not adjust and presenting the driver with an uneven front suspension. This situation could have an effect on the vehicle's directional stability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash with injuries or death.   Correction: Dealers will inspect and replace affected AZ\-sensors
- [2005094](/recalls/tc/2005094.md), 2005-04-04: Brakes. On certain vehicles, the Sensotronic Brake Control \(SBC\) unit may contain a pump piston which is out of permissible tolerances.  Also, vibrations within the electrical connector may cause a loss of electrical continuity.  Both conditions may result in the system reverting to hydraulic function mode.  A loss of brake power assist would result in increased pedal effort and extended stopping distance.  Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the SBC pump unit.

## Check a VIN

- [NHTSA recall lookup by VIN, United States](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls)
- [Transport Canada recall search, Canada](https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/menu.aspx?lang=eng)

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