https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Mercedes-Benz S560. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:13:03 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1855362 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal sound and shards of glass started entering the vehicle from the sunroof. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified in writing and h https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1849871 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Smell of fuel is present inside the vehicle around 50 percent of the time. When parked in the garage the vehicle emits an extremely strong fuel smell as if it has leaked fuel with no visible spills or leaks. While driving the smell of fuel is present almost always. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1849872 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Smell of fuel is present inside the vehicle around 50 percent of the time. When parked in the garage the vehicle emits an extremely strong fuel smell as if it has leaked fuel with no visible spills or leaks. While driving the smell of fuel is present almost always. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1831846 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Keyless entry problem. July 26, 2022 I placed my 2 small dogs and pursewith key in car. I was unable to enter car on drive's side because the key locked the car from inside. I have since learned from several people they experienced same problem (with infant in rearseat) and that if battery is low on key fob the car will lock with key inside. I attempted to reach MB roadside assistance but aft https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-22V365000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s-560-2020 Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connecti https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-22V365000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2019 Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connecti https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V961000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s-560-2020 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which c https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1772284 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT Walk Home Condition -I purchased a 2018 CPO Mercedes-Benz S560 on 8/20/21 from Knauz Continental Autos in Lake Bluff, IL. On 9/25/2, at approx noon, I was driving the vehicle and the engine light came on, the throttle/engine felt sluggish and not responsive. The engine felt very out of balance shaking the entire care when the gas pedal was pressed. 5 mins later in heavy traffic, I stopped at a https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1762214 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk upon depression of the accelerator pedal as the battery auxiliary warning message would appear on instrument panel. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to a dealer where they stated that water in the fuel tank had caused the failure; the fuel was drained and replaced https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1762215 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk upon depression of the accelerator pedal as the battery auxiliary warning message would appear on instrument panel. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to a dealer where they stated that water in the fuel tank had caused the failure; the fuel was drained and replaced https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1759792 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1759793 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V527000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s-560-2020 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1751801 Fri, 11 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Recall # 21V058 The above Safety recall has not been cleared via dealer. (Two visits). I mentioned to dealer and they claim that it gets resolved "over the air". If so, then why hasn't it been resolved. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1743677 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S560. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SEAT BELT WOULD TIGHTEN AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE. MERCEDES-BENZ OF BUCKHEAD (2799 PIEDMONT RD NE, ATLANTA, GA 30305) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1743678 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S560. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SEAT BELT WOULD TIGHTEN AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE. MERCEDES-BENZ OF BUCKHEAD (2799 PIEDMONT RD NE, ATLANTA, GA 30305) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1737252 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT WHEN THE CAR IS LIFTED IN THE FRONT (TO CHANGE BOTH TIRES) THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR WHEN WALKING AROUND THE BACK. THE TANK WAS 50%FULL AND THIS OCCURS WHENEVER THE CAR IS LIFTED IN THE FRONT. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1737256 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT THE FRONT ROTORS SEEM TO RETAIN BRAKE DUST JUST ON THE INSIDES OF THE ROTORS. THE OUTSIDES ARE VERY CLEAN AND SHINY BUT ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROTOR (INTERIOR) BECOMES VERY COARSE CAUSING VIBRATIONS IN STEERING. KEEP IN MIND THAT THE INTERIOR IS PROTECTED BY THE BRAKE SHIELD WHICH MUST BE CAUSING HEAT NOT TO BE DISSIPATED THEREBY FOSTERING BRAKE DUST TO AMASS. SUCH VIBRATIONS WILL ALARM DRIVER https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1736853 Sat, 27 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT THE STEERING SHIFTER WOULD NOT CHANGE THE CAR INTO PARK NOR NEW RAM, FROM DRIVE. AFF'L, THE SHIFTER INSTEAD BEGAN OPERATING THE NAVIGATION MAP CURSOR. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY EACH OF THE 3 TIMES IT HAPPENED IN ONE DAY. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1736854 Sat, 27 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT THE STEERING SHIFTER WOULD NOT CHANGE THE CAR INTO PARK NOR NEW RAM, FROM DRIVE. AFF'L, THE SHIFTER INSTEAD BEGAN OPERATING THE NAVIGATION MAP CURSOR. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY EACH OF THE 3 TIMES IT HAPPENED IN ONE DAY. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1736744 Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT ON THE MORNING OF MARCH 8TH, MY VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY AND I STARTED IT. I RECEIVED A LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING FROM THE FRONT LEFT TIRE. I ADDED AIR FOR SEVERAL DAYS AND THEN ON MARCH 13TH TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL AMERICAS TIRES FOR REPAIR. THE SHOP TOLD ME THE TIRE WAS FINE, THE RIM HAD DEVELOPED A HAIRLINE CRACK. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MERCEDES BENZ AND WITHOUT EVEN LOOKING AT https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V197000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2019 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Co https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V197000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2018 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Co https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1730497 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT FROM DAY ONE DELIVERY, CAR TECHNOLOGY DIDN'T WORK. A COUPLE OF MONTHS, MORE PROBLEMS BEGAN: ODD SECURITY WARNINGS - CAR WOULDN'T LET ME PUT INTO PARK, NOR NEUTRAL, NOR REVERSE. THIS OCCURRED 3 TIMES, SETTING STILL, IN 3 RURAL LOCATIONS. INSTEAD THE SHIFTER OPERATED THE CENTRAL NAVIGATION MAP DIRECTIONS! TWO DEALERS COULDN'T FIX. INVESTIGATION INTO HISTORY, THE CAR HAD UNDISCLOSED DAMAGE TO THE ST https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1730498 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT FROM DAY ONE DELIVERY, CAR TECHNOLOGY DIDN'T WORK. A COUPLE OF MONTHS, MORE PROBLEMS BEGAN: ODD SECURITY WARNINGS - CAR WOULDN'T LET ME PUT INTO PARK, NOR NEUTRAL, NOR REVERSE. THIS OCCURRED 3 TIMES, SETTING STILL, IN 3 RURAL LOCATIONS. INSTEAD THE SHIFTER OPERATED THE CENTRAL NAVIGATION MAP DIRECTIONS! TWO DEALERS COULDN'T FIX. INVESTIGATION INTO HISTORY, THE CAR HAD UNDISCLOSED DAMAGE TO THE ST https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#complaint-1730499 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT FROM DAY ONE DELIVERY, CAR TECHNOLOGY DIDN'T WORK. A COUPLE OF MONTHS, MORE PROBLEMS BEGAN: ODD SECURITY WARNINGS - CAR WOULDN'T LET ME PUT INTO PARK, NOR NEUTRAL, NOR REVERSE. THIS OCCURRED 3 TIMES, SETTING STILL, IN 3 RURAL LOCATIONS. INSTEAD THE SHIFTER OPERATED THE CENTRAL NAVIGATION MAP DIRECTIONS! TWO DEALERS COULDN'T FIX. INVESTIGATION INTO HISTORY, THE CAR HAD UNDISCLOSED DAMAGE TO THE ST https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V072000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2019 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles. On June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GL https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V072000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2018 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles. On June 18, 2021, an additional 9 vehicles were added, including certain 2021 GL https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V058000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s-560-2020 Fri, 05 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct veh https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-s560#recall-21V058000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-s560-2019 Fri, 05 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct veh