Free safety data straight from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Recalls, consumer complaints, and crash test ratings — everything you need before you buy.
| Year | Overall | Front Crash | Side Crash | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| 2023 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| 2022 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| 2021 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| 2020 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| 2019 | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
No recalls found for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in recent model years. That's a good sign!
Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Mercedes-Benz S-Class owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| TIRES | 10 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 6 |
| WHEELS | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
The control unit in my 2024 Mercedes 2580e triggers an increased number of system resets as part of fallback behavior. The increased number of resets resulted in the digital instrument cluster's display temporarily cutting out, and I had an entirely blank cluster. It came back on only after I stopped the vehicle, locked it, and waited approximately one hour to…
255/35R21 Unknown Bump on tire causing it to run flat.
I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivability issue with my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580. The vehicle has been experiencing a harsh, abnormal shift between approximately 3rd and 4th gear at around 25–35 mph during normal acceleration. The shift feels like a sudden jerk or hesitation and does not feel consistent with normal operation. The vehicle has been taken to an authorized Mercedes-Benz…
The sunroof shattered suddenly while driving. There was no external impact to the vehicle.
While driving on highways using cruise control and adaptive cruise control the vehicle decelerates without driver input. The system also misreads or fails to update speed limit signs causing incorrect cruise speeds and sudden speed changes. This behavior has occurred repeatedly during normal driving conditions and creates a risk of rear end collision from following traffic. The problem has been…
The car was designed too low. When parked at a supermarket, Publix in surfside Miami Beach, when ready to leave the parking bumper pulled at the front bumper and disconnected it partially. A north miami Mercedes Benz service department said this is not unusual as this car is very low. A claim was filed with progressive auto insurance [XXX] and…
Vehicle: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580 The vehicle is experiencing a severe and violent drivetrain "jolt" or "push" during gear transitions, specifically when shifting from 5th to 6th gear at cruising speeds. On multiple occasions, the jolt was so forceful that passengers believed the vehicle had been rear-ended by another car. This behavior is unpredictable and creates a significant safety hazard, as…
While driving a 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S680 at approximately 40 to 65 mph, multiple advanced driver assistance and safety systems suddenly became inoperative at the same time. The vehicle displayed warnings including Active Steering Assist Inoperative, Active Brake Assist Functions Limited, Active Distance Assist Inoperative, Blind Spot Assist Inoperative, Lane Change Assist Unavailable, and Emergency Stop Assist Unavailable. These warnings appeared…
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