Mercedes-Benz S 450 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes-Benz S 450 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes-Benz S 450 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes-Benz S 450 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 450 problems
All model years combined.
- Brakes3
- Transmission2
- Driver assistance2
- Visibility1
- Steering1
- Seat belts1
- Fuel system1
- Acceleration1
Mercedes-Benz S 450 problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 4 | Acceleration | 4 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | - | 3 | Brakes | 8 | 1 | ||
| 2018 | - | 7 | Brakes | 8 | 0 |
Recalls 14
Mercedes-Benz S 450 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Mercedes-Benz S 450
What years of the Mercedes-Benz S 450 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz S 450 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz S 450?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz S 450?
Brakes, with 3 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (2) and driver assistance (2).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S 450 have?
14 recalls between 2018 and 2020. The 2019 model year has the most, with 8.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used Mercedes-Benz S 450?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history