Mercedes-Benz S 500 recalls and problems
10 recalls and 2 owner complaints for 2 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
10
Complaints
2
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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Mercedes-Benz S 500 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 S 500 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 S 500 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz S 500 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 |
All Mercedes-Benz S 500 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-116 | Feb 24, 2025 | 2021 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. |
| 24V-807 | Oct 25, 2024 | 2021 | Communication, Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Maybach S 580 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. |
| 24V-115 | Feb 16, 2024 | 2023 | Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024… |
| 23V-880 | Dec 21, 2023 | 2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. |
| 23V-445 | Jun 26, 2023 | 2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. |
| 22V-493 | Jul 11, 2022 | 2021 | Back Over Prevention | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG EQS53, EQS580, EQS450, 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. |
| 22V-365 | May 20, 2022 | 2021 | 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… |
| 22V-214 | Apr 1, 2022 | 2021 | Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic and S500 4Matic vehicles. |
| 22V-167 | Mar 18, 2022 | 2021 | Exterior Lighting | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. |
| 21V-789 | Oct 11, 2021 | 2021 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz S 500?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 500 has the most reports (1). Check the 2023 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S 500 have?
NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz S 500 model years 2021, 2023.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz S 500 problems?
Owners report service brakes, forward collision avoidance, electrical system problems most often.