Reckless driving on 94. The driver going more than 80mph up behind me into traffic blowing the horn the proceeds to go are flashing something could have been a cell phone maybe.
The worst 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission2
- Suspension1
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- Transmission2
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Power train: driveline: universal joint
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning April 10, 2026.
Recall number 26V216000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic 31
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz...
- Fuel/propulsion system
- In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic / 9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
- Tailgate opens unintentionally
See all 31 bulletins for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic
What 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4MATIC. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced failures associated with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V216000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact was informed that once the parts for the recall repair were available, vehicle owners would be notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer by telephone and by email; however, no response was received. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Hello as of now there was no accidents just read Reading the Recalls it is very serious I take in the vehicle to the Mercedes Benz dealership 4-29- 26 They did nothing but said they would get in contact with me once they receive the remedy
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4Matic. The contact stated that while performing a brake service, the contact became aware that there was fluid leaking underneath the vehicle, coming from the driveshaft. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was shaking while driving due to the failure. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V216000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 77,000.
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Questions about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic
Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic, 2.0 times a typical S 560 4matic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic have?
1 recall, covering power train.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4matic transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 26V216000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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