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Major Problems with Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Mercedes-Benz S-Class model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2000, for instance, is the worst year for the S-Class. Older S-Class vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Worst Mercedes-Benz S-Class Problems

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2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class June 17, 2006 Victims: 2

My 2003 mercedes s500 has twice electronically self-closed it's trunk on two separate users, on two separate occasions. this vehicle has been taken to two separate mercedes dealers for the problem. one of those dealers replaced a number of parts. despite doing so, the second occurrence (last night), left my other half in tears, pain, with a recess in her head and a headache. the electronic trunk lid has had instances where it does not open all the way, does not close all the way, or a combination of the two. then there is the more serious and i believe ...

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2000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class August 25, 2008 Victims: 1 Mileage: 181000 miles

A simple traffic accident which led to an explosion car air bags, and injuring my daughter in the right eye, and loss of vision, because the driver's side air bag has sharp edges with the stitch on the surface of this to beat touching the passenger and his face. *tr

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2000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class August 25, 2008 Victims: 1 Mileage: 110000 miles

A simple traffic accident which led to air bag exploded, and injuring my daughter in the right eye, and loss of vision, because the driver's side air bag has sharp edges with the stitch on the surface of this to beat touching the passenger and his face. *tr

What is the most common problem with Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Overall the worst problem with Mercedes-Benz S-Class relates to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific S-Class years that are prone to issues with these components.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19 SUSPENSION 17 INTERIOR LIGHTING 15 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 15 FRONT 7 AIR BAGS 6 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 6 REAR 5 TIRES 4 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 3 EQUIPMENT 2 AIR CONDITIONER 2 STEERING 2 ENGINE 2 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2 FRONTAL 2 INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 2 SIDEWALL 2 AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM 2 VISIBILITY 1 WINDSHIELD 1 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 SEAT BELTS 1 FRONT 1 WIRING 1 POWER TRAIN 1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 1 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1 ROTOR 1 MECHANICAL 1 COOLING SYSTEM 1 RETRACTOR 1 WHEELS 1 FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS 1 GASOLINE 1 TREAD/BELT 1 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1 SEATS 1 CHILD SEAT 1 PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH 1 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 1 ELECTRICAL 1 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 1 LOCK 1 TAIL LIGHTS 1 CATALYTIC CONVERTOR 1 FAN/MOTOR 1 AUTOMATIC (ASC) 1 SIDE/WINDOW 1 LINES AND FITTINGS 1 NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) 1 PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS 1 ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Mercedes-Benz S-Class common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.