Mercedes-Benz S600 recalls and problems
9 recalls and 67 owner complaints for 10 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
67
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
4
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Mercedes-Benz S600 by year
Most reported Mercedes-Benz S600 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | |
| Suspension | 19 | |
| Electrical System | 11 | |
| Engine | 10 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Interior Lighting | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 |
All Mercedes-Benz S600 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-854 | Dec 15, 2023 | 2015–2016 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. |
| 21V-197 | Mar 19, 2021 | 2015–2016 | 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-058 | Feb 5, 2021 | 2017 | 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… |
| 19V-787 | Nov 1, 2019 | 2015–2016 | Communication | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 17V-816 | Dec 18, 2017 | 2017 | 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… |
| 17V-251 | Apr 11, 2017 | 2017 | Seat Belts | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300… |
| 16V-899 | Dec 14, 2016 | 2016 | Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 11V-493 | Oct 3, 2011 | 2011–2012 | Tires | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011… |
| 04V-228 | May 13, 2004 | 2001–2004 | Suspension | On certain passenger vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (Abc) high-pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to heat and humidity. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz S600?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S600 has the most reports (38). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S600 have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz S600 model years 2001–2004, 2011–2012, 2015–2017.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz S600 problems?
Owners report engine and engine cooling, suspension, electrical system problems most often.