Mercedes Benz S Series years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes Benz S Series stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes Benz S Series years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mercedes Benz S Series 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 Series problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical5
- Engine3
- Transmission1
- Suspension1
- Steering1
- Airbags1
Mercedes Benz S Series 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | - | 9 | Electrical | 137,150 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 0
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the Mercedes Benz S Series
What years of the Mercedes Benz S Series should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes Benz S Series has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes Benz S Series?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes Benz S Series?
Electrical, with 5 complaints across all years, followed by engine (3) and transmission (1).
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz S Series have?
No recalls on record.
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