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2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Research

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0 Recalls
33 Complaints
N/A Safety Rating
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🛡️ NCAP Crash Test Safety Ratings

Year Overall Front Crash Side Crash Rollover
2021 Not Rated Not Rated Not Rated Not Rated

⚠️ NHTSA Recalls (0)

No recalls found for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in recent model years. That's a good sign!

💬 Consumer Complaints (33)

Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Mercedes-Benz S-Class owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.

Most Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
WHEELS 4
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 4
WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2
TIRES 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,COMMUNICATION 2
ENGINE 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1
2021 model • ENGINE • 05/01/2026

The vehicle lost acceleration and the check engine light came on. I took the vehicle to Mercedes dealership. They quoted that the Camtronic actuator has failed and needs to be replaced. Cost $9000. I have now seen online a recall for 2021 mercedes s580's for CAMTRONIC actuator failure issue. However- my VIN is not included in the recall. Please advise…

2021 model • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING • 02/01/2026

False warning message for right taillights/brake lights/signal light in rear lamp.

2021 model • WHEELS • 06/01/2025

Three wheels had rim a total of eight cracks that lead to one tire unable to hold air. Loss of air in tire can lead to crash. Mercedes service inspected car after first crack was noticed by Discount Tire when they diagnosed deflation in tire. Mercedes service reported that two additional wheel rims were cracked. Discount Tire subsequently determined a…

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