Mercedes-Benz S550 complaints by model year
206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 2016 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 | 41 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| 2014 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2010 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | 54 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2007–2017. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2007 | 2008 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 12 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Engine | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Mercedes-Benz S550 recalls (15)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one S550 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V854000 | Dec 15, 2023 | Roof Panel May Detach From Vehicle | 2014–2017 | 40.6% |
| 21V197000 | Mar 19, 2021 | Roof Panel May Detach From Vehicle | 2014–2017 | 63.5% |
| 21V072000 | Feb 12, 2021 | Emergency Call (eCall) Function May be Disabled | 2017 | 86.6% |
| 21V058000 | Feb 5, 2021 | Inaccurate Vehicle Location for Emergency Services | 2017 | 95.3% |
| 19V787000 | Nov 1, 2019 | Inaccurate Vehicle Location for Emergency Services | 2014–2017 | 78.4% |
| 17V816000 | Dec 18, 2017 | Door May Not Lock/ FMVSS 206 | 2017 | 92.6% |
| 17V714000 | Nov 14, 2017 | Power Steering may Malfunction and be Disabled | 2017 | 86.1% |
| 17V251000 | Apr 11, 2017 | Seat Belt Pretensioners may not Function Properly | 2017 | 100% |
| 17V177000 | Mar 14, 2017 | Wrong Control Unit Software Installed | 2015 | 86.3% |
| 16V899000 | Dec 14, 2016 | Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist | 2014, 2015 | 82.9% |
| 16V829000 | Nov 16, 2016 | Seat Belt Extender may not Retract as Intended | 2016, 2017 | 92% |
| 16V760000 | Oct 20, 2016 | Low-Beam Headlights out of Adjustment/FMVSS 108 | 2016, 2017 | 92.6% |
| 13V576000 | Nov 20, 2013 | Seat Belt Anchor Fittings | 2014 | 89.3% |
| 12V557000 | Dec 3, 2012 | Fuel Filter may Leak | 2011, 2012 | — |
| 11V493000 | Oct 3, 2011 | TPMS Indicator/FMVSS 138 | 2011, 2012 | 30.4% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 FAQ
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz S550 had?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns that cover at least one Mercedes-Benz S550 model year from 2007 to 2017. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Mercedes-Benz S550 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (54) and the 2012 the fewest (5). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz S550 problems?
Across the 2007–2017 model years, owners most often name the unknown or other, electrical system, suspension in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Mercedes-Benz S550 get?
EPA rates the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 at 20 to 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.