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

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2017 S600300000
2016 S600400000
2015 S600300000
2012 S600100000
2011 S600100000
2007 S600050200
2004 S600140100
2003 S600161010
2002 S6001110100
2001 S6001380000

Most reported Mercedes-Benz S600 problems

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling26
Suspension19
Electrical System11
Engine10
Power Train4
Interior Lighting4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Seats1
Unknown or Other1

All Mercedes-Benz S600 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
23V-854Dec 15, 20232015–2016StructureMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles.
21V-197Mar 19, 20212015–2016StructureMercedes-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-058Feb 5, 20212017Communication, Electrical SystemMercedes-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-787Nov 1, 20192015–2016CommunicationMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V-816Dec 18, 20172017Latches/Locks/LinkagesMercedes-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-251Apr 11, 20172017Seat BeltsMercedes-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-899Dec 14, 20162016SteeringMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
11V-493Oct 3, 20112011–2012TiresMercedes-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-228May 13, 20042001–2004SuspensionOn 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.