Wheel speed sensor failure reoccurring constantly on vehicle, others seem to have same issue. Reoccurs due to part failure I would suggest. Causes dangerous conditions with ABS and traction control failure.
The worst 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
Problems by type
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- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid 84
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine
- 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
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
- Tailgate opens unintentionally
- A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially...
- This document is intended as a pre-case diagnostic reference for transmission related concerns
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
What 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid owners say
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Questions about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid, close to a typical S550 Hybrid model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid have?
No recalls on record.
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