Mercedes-Benz S 450 recalls and problems
14 recalls and 14 owner complaints for 3 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
14
Complaints
14
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
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Mercedes-Benz S 450 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 S 450 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 S 450 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 S 450 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz S 450 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 |
All Mercedes-Benz S 450 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-365 | May 20, 2022 | 2019–2020 | Communication, Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and… |
| 21V-527 | Jul 12, 2021 | 2020 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. |
| 21V-197 | Mar 19, 2021 | 2018–2020 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016… |
| 21V-072 | Feb 12, 2021 | 2018 | Communication | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018… |
| 21V-058 | Feb 5, 2021 | 2018–2020 | Communication, Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and… |
| 20V-449 | Jul 31, 2020 | 2019 | Electrical System, Seat Belts | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-915 | Dec 20, 2019 | 2018 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-584 | Aug 9, 2019 | 2019 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-540 | Jul 19, 2019 | 2019 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 18V-910 | Dec 19, 2018 | 2018–2019 | Lane Departure, Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 18V-908 | Dec 19, 2018 | 2018 | Lane Departure, Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 18V-839 | Nov 27, 2018 | 2019 | Seat Belts | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG Coupe, E450 Coupe, E53 AMG Cabriolet, S450, S560, E450 Cabriolet… |
| 18V-407 | Jun 15, 2018 | 2018 | Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 17V-816 | Dec 18, 2017 | 2018 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz S 450?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 450 has the most reports (7). Check the 2018 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S 450 have?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz S 450 model years 2018–2020.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz S 450 problems?
Owners report unknown or other, service brakes, power train problems most often.