Mercedes Benz S years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz S stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz S years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz S complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes Benz S problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical2
- Locks1
- Lights1
Mercedes Benz S problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | - | 1 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2009 | - | 1 | Locks | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2001 | - | 1 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1995 | - | 1 | Electrical | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 3
Questions about the Mercedes Benz S
What years of the Mercedes Benz S should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz S has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz S?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz S?
Electrical, with 2 complaints across all years, followed by locks (1) and lights (1).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz S have?
3 recalls between 1995 and 2010. The 2008 model year has the most, with 2.
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