There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430, but owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.
2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Windshield › Electrical Heating Element — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 100,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Visibility · at 190,000 miles · reported Jun 4, 2024
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, he became aware that the defroster was not working properly, affecting the visibility while driving. The contact also stated that the heater and the A/C were not working. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the failure was linked to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V227000 (Electrical System); however, neither the VIN nor the model year was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Electrical System · at 206,000 miles · reported Apr 19, 2021
The contact owns a 2005 mercedes benz s430. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the battery was dead and the instrument panel was inoperable. The vehicle started up after the battery was charged however, the instrument panel was still inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither a dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 206,000. ## VIN passed ## mercedes-benz 2005 s430 ##
Air Bags · at 100,000 miles · reported Nov 16, 2016
Dash warnings:: SRS inactive, pre-safe unavailable, front passenger seat airbag is turned off according to the light and there is no baby seat in it.
Electrical System · at 80,000 miles · reported Jun 16, 2016
The contact owns a 2005 mercedes-benz s430. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the instrument cluster lights suddenly shut off and would not illuminate. The gauges were impossible to read. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 08/02/16 updated 08/08/16.
Electrical System · at 105,000 miles · reported Apr 13, 2016
The contact owns a 2005 mercedes-benz s430. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the instrument cluster failed to operate. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (7 reports), followed by power train (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 100,000 miles.
Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.