While driving a 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S680 at approximately 40 to 65 mph, multiple advanced driver assistance and safety systems suddenly became inoperative at the same time. The vehicle displayed warnings including Active Steering Assist Inoperative, Active Brake Assist Functions Limited, Active Distance Assist Inoperative, Blind Spot Assist Inoperative, Lane Change Assist Unavailable, and Emergency Stop Assist Unavailable. These warnings appeared while the vehicle was in motion and reduced steering support, braking assistance, and collision avoidance functionality. The failures occurred without warning and created a safety concern because critical driver assistance systems were disabled during highway driving. The problem has occurred more than once and affects multiple electronic safety systems simultaneously.
The worst 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Steering1
Recalls 4
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S 500 4MATIC, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC, 2023-2025 S 580 E 4MATIC, and 2024-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 25V116. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on October 9, 2026.
Recall number 26V638000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030007.
Recall number 25V116000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maybach S580 and Maybach S680 vehicles. The 12-Volt ground connection in the trunk may not be secured properly, which can impair the electronic stability program (ESP) or result in the ground connection overheating.
- Risk
- Impaired electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the 12-Volt ground connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080008.
Recall number 23V554000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
Recall number 23V445000 · Recall details
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Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic 306
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diverse functional limitations in the vehicle in combination with various warning and fault messages in...
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- Slight creaking noises when steering
- CEL illuminates and/or AC does not blow cold
- A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Issue after OTA Update IC Odometer Reading blank("_ _ _ _") IC Maintanence data unavailable
- Red coolant warning in instrument cluster
- Whining / humming noises (described as foghorn‑like) from the drivetrain in the rear axle area during...
- Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected
See all 306 bulletins for the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic
What 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic owners say
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Questions about the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic, close to a typical S 680 4matic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic have?
4 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4matic brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V638000, 25V116000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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