2012 mercedes s550. Consumer states vehicle slid backwards in parking lot *tgw the consumer stated the safety issue was regarding the vehicle being put in the neutral position after turning off the engine. The consumer stated three weeks ago, he had the misfortune of parking his vehicle in a parking lot. Without opening the door, he turned off the engine and when he removed his foot from the brake, the vehicle slid backwards and hit another vehicle. Both vehicles were damaged. The consumer stated the minute the engine is turned off, the vehicle should be put in the electronic parking position, rather than neutral.
The worst 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class problems
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, diesel
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-benz USA (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2011 vehicles including e-class (212 platform), manufactured from july 2010 through february 2011, r-class (251 platform), manufactured from april 2010 through april 2011, ml-class (w164 platform), manufactured from january 2010 through march 2011, gl-class (x164 platform), manufactured from march 2010 through march 2011, and model year 2012 s-class (221 platform) vehicles. The diesel fuel filter may leak from the area around the heating component.
- Risk
- Diesel fuel may be deposited onto the highway and create the potential for a crash.
- Remedy
- Mbusa will contact owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the diesel fuel filter if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on november 30, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz USA at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 11V496000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Complaints about poor wiping effect of winshield wiper
- Xentry (mercedes): the fuse and relay boxes (SRB) in engine compartment or rear compartment has a...
- Xentry (mercedes): check engine light (CEL) is activated; stored in engine control unit is very fine leak....
- Xentry(mercedes): on some vehicles, CAN not engage or close front door properly
- Mercedes: tire pressure monitoring coding needs to be checked and updated if necessary
- Mercedes: during the production process of some vehicles, the electronic ignition switch was damaged.
- Mercedes: update high voltage battery software
2012 Mercedes Benz S Class fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6‑cyl Hybrid | RWD | 19 | 25 | 21 |
| 5.5L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
| 4.7L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 24 | 18 |
| 6.0L 12‑cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 15 |
| 5.5L 12‑cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 14 |
What 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class owners say
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Questions about the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class
Is the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class, fewer than a typical S Class model year.
What is the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class year score?
The 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mercedes Benz S Class: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, diesel.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class get?
Official estimates for the 2012 Mercedes Benz S Class range from 14 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.5L 6-cyl hybrid, RWD) gets 19 city and 25 highway.
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