Mercedes-Benz S-Class: Known Issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 86 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2002–2022 (15) |
| data through | 2026-10-12 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
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Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | s-class-2022-21in-tire-blowout | 21-inch low-profile tire blowouts and sidewall failures | TIRES | 10 | 2022-02 → 2026-07 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-phantom-braking-aebs | Automatic emergency braking uninstructed activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 6 | 2022-07 → 2025-11 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-adaptive-cruise-speed | Adaptive cruise control unintended acceleration and speed errors | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 | 2022-11 → 2025-03 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-fuel-system-stall | Fuel system failure and engine stall under recall 23V445000 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 | 2023-07 → 2023-12 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-electrical-system-failures | Electrical system failures including battery, display, and warning lights | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2022-12 → 2026-01 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-parking-brake-seizure | Parking brake seizure after extended parked period | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES | 2 | 2024-11 → 2026-01 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | s-class-2022-engine-camshaft-wiring | Engine camshaft and wiring harness failures with check engine light | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 | 2023-05 → 2025-09 | 44 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-wheel-rim-tire-failure | 21-inch wheel rim cracking and tire blowouts | WHEELS | 9 | 2022-07 → 2026-01 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-recall-parts-unavailable | Recall repair delays due to unavailable parts | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 8 | 2021-12 → 2026-02 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-camera-adas-unavailable | Forward camera and ADAS system unavailability | LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 4 | 2024-04 → 2025-01 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-electrical-battery-drain | 12V battery drain and electrical system warnings | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2021-11 → 2022-07 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-fca-unintended-braking | Forward collision avoidance unintended brake activation | SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 3 | 2021-12 → 2023-08 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | s580-2021-speed-control-unintended | Cruise control unintended speed changes | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 2 | 2021-11 → 2022-01 | 33 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-steering-malfunction-recall | Steering malfunction warning and unresolved recall | STEERING | 3 | 2019-04 → 2023-05 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-engine-misfire-power-loss | Engine misfire and power loss with shaking | ENGINE | 5 | 2021-10 → 2025-06 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-fuel-odor-cabin | Fuel odor present in or around the vehicle | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | 2021-03 → 2022-10 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-communication-recall-parts-unavailable | Communication system recall repair parts unavailable | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION | 2 | 2021-06 → 2021-07 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-brake-failure-no-response | Brakes failing to respond or decelerate | SERVICE BRAKES | 2 | 2020-08 → 2023-03 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2018 | s-class-2018-forward-collision-false-brake | Forward collision system braking with no threat present | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 2017-12 → 2023-12 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-windshield-cracking | Windshield glass cracking and distortion | VISIBILITY | 3 | 2017-06 → 2020-01 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-sunroof-panel-detach | Panoramic sunroof and roof panel detachment | STRUCTURE | 2 | 2022-06 → 2022-06 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-fuel-tank-failure | Fuel tank and fuel pump failure | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | 2024-04 → 2024-06 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-dash-airbag-separation | Dashboard leather separation near airbag panel | AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2022-09 → 2025-06 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-power-steering-failure | Power steering failure and rack damage | STEERING | 3 | 2017-05 → 2025-07 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2017 | mb-s-class-2017-engine-stall-electrical | Engine stall and electrical shutdown while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2017-06 → 2021-11 | 22 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2016 | s-class-2016-panoramic-sunroof-crack | Panoramic sunroof cracking or shattering while driving | STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 | 2019-06 → 2022-02 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2016 | s-class-2016-windshield-spontaneous-crack | Windshield cracking with no point of impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 | 2018-02 → 2020-06 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2016 | s-class-2016-wheel-rim-cracking | Wheel rims cracking without impact | WHEELS | 2 | 2020-11 → 2024-05 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2016 | s-class-2016-tire-blowout | Run-flat tire sidewall blowout | TIRES | 2 | 2024-05 → 2025-06 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2016 | s-class-2016-steering-lockout | Power steering deactivating or seizing while driving | STEERING | 2 | 2022-03 → 2025-10 | 29 | 2026-09-01 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-panoramic-roof-glass-failure | Panoramic roof glass cracking or shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 | 2015-05 to 2025-04 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-rear-seat-belt-retraction | Rear seat belt fails to retract | SEAT BELTS | 6 | 2016-08 to 2025-03 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-wheel-rim-cracking | Wheel rim cracking | WHEELS | 4 | 2016-10 to 2019-06 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-power-steering-assist-loss | Power steering assist loss | STEERING | 4 | 2020-06 to 2026-01 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-air-bag-non-deployment-crash | Air bags fail to deploy in crash | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2015-03 to 2020-08 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-door-opens-while-locked | Door opens while indicated locked | STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2017-07 to 2024-05 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2015 | s-class-2015-vehicle-fire | Vehicle fire during operation | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 | 2020-04 to 2023-03 | 51 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-brake-pad-failure | Brake pad corrosion and improper installation | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 | 2016-02 → 2024-08 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-steering-malfunctions | Steering system malfunctions | STEERING | 3 | 2016-02 → 2021-11 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-sunroof-shattering | Panoramic sunroof shatters while driving | VISIBILITY | 2 | 2017-10 → 2020-08 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-wheel-tire-failure | Wheel and tire structural failure at speed | WHEELS | 2 | 2015-08 → 2018-12 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-mirror-tilt-failure | Passenger mirror fails to return from reverse tilt | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 | 2015-06 → 2015-07 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-seatbelt-retractor-failure | Rear seat belt fails to retract | SEAT BELTS | 2 | 2023-10 → 2025-10 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | s-class-2014-airbag-non-deployment | Frontal air bags fail to deploy in crash | AIR BAGS | 2 | 2014-03 → 2019-09 | 25 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | mb-s-class-2010-airmatic-suspension-collapse | Air suspension strut failure or collapse | SUSPENSION | 4 | 2016-01 → 2022-08 | 34 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2010 | mb-s-class-2010-fuel-tank-leak-odor | Fuel leak or odor from fuel delivery system | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 7 | 2018-10 → 2026-09 | 34 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2010 | mb-s-class-2010-hybrid-power-module-stall | Hybrid power electronics module stall or no-start | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2015-08 → 2021-01 | 34 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2010 | mb-s-class-2010-steering-column-lockup | Steering column fracture or lockup | STEERING | 5 | 2011-03 → 2015-10 | 34 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2008 | s-class-2008-fuel-filter-tank-leak | Fuel filter and tank leaks with gasoline odor | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2011-06 → 2024-08 | 24 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2008 | s-class-2008-balance-shaft-timing-wear | Balance shaft sprocket and camshaft solenoid wear | ENGINE | 4 | 2017-05 → 2025-05 | 24 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2008 | s-class-2008-tire-sidewall-blowout | Tire sidewall separation and blowout | TIRES | 4 | 2009-07 → 2023-09 | 24 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2008 | s-class-2008-tire-tread-chunking | Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus tread chunking | TIRES | 2 | 2013-08 → 2014-03 | 24 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2008 | s-class-2008-air-suspension-strut-leak | Front air suspension strut leak and failure | SUSPENSION | 2 | 2015-06 → 2018-09 | 24 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-air-suspension-strut-failure | Air suspension (ABC) and strut failure | SUSPENSION | 11 | 2013-05 → 2026-09 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-fuel-odor-leak | Fuel odor and fuel system leaks | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2013-03 → 2019-10 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-transmission-stuck-in-gear-stall | Transmission valve body/conductor plate failure and stalling | POWER TRAIN | 22 | 2007-12 → 2019-04 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-balance-shaft-timing-chain-wear | Balance shaft/timing chain wear causing engine stall | ENGINE | 3 | 2014-11 → 2018-10 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-headlight-wiring-harness-failure | Headlight wiring harness failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 | 2013-01 → 2024-09 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2007 | s-class-2007-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2010-08 → 2016-11 | 66 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-instrument-panel-failure | Instrument panel and electrical system failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2012-10 → 2018-08 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-transmission-shift-failure | Transmission shift and gear engagement failure | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2005-09 → 2016-01 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-tire-tread-separation | Tire tread and belt separation | TIRES | 3 | 2007-10 → 2015-07 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-engine-stall-no-codes | Engine stall while driving with no diagnostic codes | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 5 | 2014-11 → 2025-09 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-air-suspension-failure | Air suspension and front strut failure | SUSPENSION | 5 | 2012-10 → 2017-07 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2006 | s-class-2006-unintended-acceleration | Sudden unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 | 2009-12 → 2010-03 | 31 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | s-class-2005-instrument-cluster-blackout | Instrument cluster and panel illumination failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 | 2007-10 → 2021-04 | 26 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | s-class-2005-gear-shifter-transmission | Gear shifter and transmission shift failure | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2012-04 → 2015-07 | 26 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | s-class-2005-hvac-blower-failure | Climate control and blower motor failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY | 2 | 2015-09 → 2024-06 | 26 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | s-class-2005-brake-failure | Loss of braking function | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 | 2006-10 → 2008-05 | 26 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2005 | s-class-2005-airbag-warning-light | Airbag and SRS warning indicator activation | AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS | 2 | 2009-05 → 2016-11 | 26 | 2026-09-25 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-airmatic-suspension | Air suspension and Active Body Control leaks and drops | SUSPENSION | 9 | 2005-01 → 2017-03 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-instrument-cluster-light | Instrument cluster illumination failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2014-10 → 2019-09 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-valve-body-shifting | Harsh shifting and valve body replacement | POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2005-12 → 2012-06 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-shifter-stuck-park | Shifter stuck in park | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2010-07 → 2017-03 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-water-intrusion | Water intrusion at air cowl and floor with electrical faults | STRUCTURE | 5 | 2005-12 → 2017-12 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2004 | s-class-2004-trunk-latch-wiring | Trunk lid latch and trunk wiring harness failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2015-10 → 2019-12 | 50 | 2026-10-01 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-instrument-cluster-failure | Instrument cluster and dash lights going dark | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 | 2009-03 → 2018-11 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-airmatic-abc-suspension-lowering | Airmatic/ABC suspension warning and ride height drop | SUSPENSION | 14 | 2004-02 → 2017-01 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-shifter-stuck-in-park | Gear shifter stuck in park | POWER TRAIN | 7 | 2010-04 → 2016-08 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-seat-belt-retract-extend | Seat belts not retracting, extending or releasing | SEAT BELTS | 10 | 2008-01 → 2020-05 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-trunk-lid-closing-opening | Trunk lid closing or opening unexpectedly | STRUCTURE | 5 | 2003-01 → 2021-06 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2003 | s-class-2003-engine-stall-shutoff | Engine stalling or shutting off while driving | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 | 2003-03 → 2018-03 | 80 | 2026-10-02 |
| 2002 | s-class-2002-instrument-cluster-dark | Instrument cluster illumination and display failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 53 | 2006-03 → 2021-12 | 133 | 2026-10-03 |
| 2002 | s-class-2002-airmatic-abc-suspension-drop | Airmatic and Active Body Control suspension lowering | SUSPENSION | 32 | 2006-02 → 2024-07 | 133 | 2026-10-03 |
| 2002 | s-class-2002-shifter-stuck-in-park | Gear shifter unable to move out of park | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2006-01 → 2012-01 | 133 | 2026-10-03 |
| 2002 | s-class-2002-oil-cooler-leak | Engine oil cooler leak | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 | 2008-06 → 2017-07 | 133 | 2026-10-03 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Mercedes-Benz S-Class [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz/s-class
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_mercedes_benz_s_class_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Mercedes-Benz S-Class},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz/s-class}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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