2005 have the same exact problem for 2004 recall but mercedes benz dose not want to take responsibilities. The active body control's (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose. Consequence: this may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage near the catalytic converter. Leaking fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possible fire. Original recall from the federal safety agency model year(s): 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 manufacturer's report date: july 2, 2007 the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v263000 the federal safety agency action number: n/a component: suspension potential number of units affected: 19,924 summary: on certain vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose. In addition to that the radiator is defected causing the transmission to go bad and stop in the middle of the high way.
The worst 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine2
- Suspension1
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- Engine2
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 65
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output
What 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Engine almost started on fire after oil started pouring out of oil cooler. Had car towed to garage where they diagnosed the leaking oil cooler. One problem after another with this car.
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Questions about the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600
Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600, fewer than a typical S600 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 have?
No recalls on record.
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