Tl-the contact owns a 1998 mercedes benz s420. The contact stated that his four alloy wheel rims were not symmetrical, uneven, and he experienced vibrating while driving. St
The worst 1998 Mercedes Benz S420 problems
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- Wheels1
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- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420 8
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Touch pad: Search lighting does not dim or does not turn on.
- NTG5.5
- Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
- Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D
- Vehicle cannot be opened via Keyless-Go and radio remote control
- IPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
- SENTEX gate operator with Clik Card Remote not compatible with Homelink
- Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable
What 1998 Mercedes Benz S420 owners say
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Questions about the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420
Is the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420, fewer than a typical S420 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420?
Wheels, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes Benz S420 have?
No recalls on record.
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