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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 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 | 4 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| AIR BAGS,SEATS | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
I’m reporting a serious safety issue with the balance shaft sprocket in my Mercedes-Benz S550 (M273 engine, 273.968). This is a known defect that causes the sprocket to wear out far too early due to poor material design. When it wears, it throws off the engine timing, leading to check engine lights, rough idling, reduced power, and even stalling. In…
About 2 to 3 weeks ago I suddenly started smelling faint gas outside the vehicle on the driver side. Over 2 weeks it got stronger and finally I was able to smell it inside and immediately investigated. I discovered the fuel filter underneath the rear seat behind the driver was leaking and the foam under the seat was soaked in…
The contact owns a 2008 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while driving 40-50 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering intermittently. The contact stated that the failure recurred while at a complete stop. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed…
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