Mercedes-Benz S Class — Powertrain
High risk
Apr 2, 2026
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles, the driveshaft may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the driveshaft could wear and the universal joint could break. If this happens, there could
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Apr 17, 2025
Model years: 2023, 2024
Issue: On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Mercedes-Benz dealer during recall 8297011 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-105) may not have been done correctly. As
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cle Class, Mercedes-Benz Eqs Suv, Mercedes-Benz Eqe Suv, Mercedes-Benz Eqe Sedan, Mercedes-Benz Eqs Sedan
Mercedes-Benz S Class — High Voltage
High risk
Feb 24, 2025
Model years: 2024, 2025
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the high-voltage starter generator to turn off. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Glc Class, Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Oct 25, 2024
Model years: 2021
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, a software problem could cause the emergency calling (eCall) system not to work properly when there's a crash or when the SOS button is presse
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Feb 16, 2024
Model years: 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the 80 A fuse may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the fuse could overheat and fail. If this happens, there could be a sudden loss of power to
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Eqe Sedan, Mercedes-Benz Eqe Suv
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Fuel System
High risk
Dec 15, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz G Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Fuel System
High risk
Jun 23, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz G Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Brakes
High risk
May 17, 2023
Model years: 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, a software problem for the electronic stability control system (ESP) could cause the antilock brake system (ABS), acceleration slip regulation (ASR) and electr
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Eqs Sedan
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Structure
High risk
Mar 24, 2023
Model years: 2021
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the engine compartment firewall may not be sealed correctly. This could allow water to leak inside the vehicle. If this happens, electrical co
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Visual System
High risk
Jul 8, 2022
Model years: 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Eqs Sedan, Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
May 20, 2022
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Accessories
High risk
Mar 25, 2022
Model years: 2021, 2022
On certain vehicles, the DISTRONIC driver assistance system might not detect when the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel. If the driver has a medical emergency (and
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Eqs Sedan, Mercedes-Benz Gt Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Mar 18, 2022
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain vehicles, the control module for the taillamps may not work properly. As a result, the rear turn signals, rear hazard warning lights, and reverse lights may not w
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Airbag
High risk
Mar 4, 2022
Model years: 2021
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the airbag control unit may not be properly attached to the vehicle . This could cause the airbag system not to work properly in a crash. It c
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Accessories
High risk
Dec 23, 2021
Model years: 2022
On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, there may be a software problem with the communications module. As a result, the emergency call feature may
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Eqs Sedan, Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Airbag
High risk
Oct 12, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly due to a software error. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-fro
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Fuel System
High risk
Sep 14, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the nozzle of the in-tank fuel pump may not have been installed correctly. As a result, it could detach from the fuel pump. If this happens, t
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Feb 12, 2021
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle loca
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz A Class, Mercedes-Benz B Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cla Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Accessories
High risk
Feb 1, 2021
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to displa
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class, Mercedes-Benz Slc Class, Mercedes-Benz Gt Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Engine
High risk
Mar 22, 2020
Model years: 2018, 2019
On certain S 560 and Maybach S 560 models, the plugs used to close oil ports on the engine could fail. If this happens, oil can leak from the engine. If the engine oil level drops,
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Engine
High risk
Jan 24, 2020
Model years: 2018, 2019
On certain vehicles equipped with a 4.0 liter 8-cylinder gas engine, the oil feed line to the turbochargers could leak. As a result, oil could leak onto hot components in engine co
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz G Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Engine
High risk
Nov 18, 2019
Model years: 2018
On certain S560 4Matic models, a bolt for an engine timing chain wheel could come loose. If this happens, the timing chain may skip and cause severe engine damage. As a result, the
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Airbag
High risk
Aug 13, 2019
Model years: 2019
The interior covers on the A-, B-, and C-pillars may not have been installed correctly. In a crash requiring the activation of the side curtain airbags, the pillar covers could det
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Brakes
High risk
Jul 23, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain vehicles equipped with the Driver Assistance Package, a software problem may cause the Active Brake Assist feature not to work properly. This could affect the feature’s
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Gle Class, Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Steering
High risk
Dec 20, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain S-Class, AMG S 63 and Maybach S 560 models, when the steering assistant is active, the Hands-off Detection feature may not detect a situation where the driver removes th
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Steering
High risk
Dec 20, 2018
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage during winter months (Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Ne
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class, Mercedes-Benz Gle Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Steering
High risk
Dec 20, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain S-Class, AMG S 63 and Maybach S 560 models, the steering boot may not be positioned correctly. When the steering assistant is active, this could cause the Hands-off Dete
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Sep 11, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a software problem could prevent the Active Lane Keeping Assist system from working properly. When travelling at speeds of over 100 km/h, while the driver woul
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Jun 15, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, the two nuts that secure the power bars inside the pre-fuse-box in the trunk might not have been installed. If the power bars are not secure, it could lead to
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Structure
High risk
Dec 19, 2017
Model years: 2017
Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 206 – Door Lock and Door Retention Components. The left (driver's side) door locks may indicate
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Gle Class, Mercedes-Benz Gls Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Steering
High risk
Nov 15, 2017
Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, a bracket for a transistor in the power steering control unit may break due to vibrations and temperature variations during vehicle operation. If the bracket w
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Apr 11, 2017
Model years: 2017
Certain vehicles may have been equipped with front seat belt pretensioner igniters that do not meet specifications. This could cause the affected pretentioners to fail to deploy pr
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Glc Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 15, 2016
Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 208 - Occupant Protection in Frontal Impacts. The driver and front passeng
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Oct 18, 2016
Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The base light in the low-b
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Engine
High risk
Oct 13, 2015
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
On certain AMG S63 models, the engine may stall due to faulty software in the Engine Control Unit (ECU). Irregular RPM at idle could lead to unintentional engine shut-down prior to
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 20, 2013
Model years: 2014
On certain vehicles, the seat belt anchor fittings of the front seats might not be mounted correctly. As a result, the connection at the seat belt anchor fitting could release unde
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Fuel System
High risk
Nov 30, 2012
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the flange that attaches the fuel filter to the tank could eventually develop a crack and allow fuel to leak. Although any such leakage would be in an area whe
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Suspension
High risk
Nov 26, 2008
Model years: 2007
Certain vehicles may contain a front strut with an incorrectly manufactured radial knuckle. Over time, the radial knuckle may fail, which could adversely affect vehicle handling an
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Aug 15, 2008
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Certain vehicles equipped with Active Body Control (ABC) the sensors on the front struts may not operate within tolerances. As such, the sensor signal may not be accurately transmi
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class, Mercedes-Benz Sl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Jul 9, 2008
Model years: 2007, 2008
Certain vehicles may have been programmed with incorrect software calibration data during the manufacturing process. This could affect various functions such as: The electric fuel
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz B Class, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Mercedes-Benz Clk Class, Mercedes-Benz Cls Class, Mercedes-Benz E Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Mar 19, 2008
Model years: 2008
Certain vehicles may have been assembled with an improperly manufactured Signal Acquisition and Actuation Module (SAM-F). This could interrupt electrical supply to, and impede the
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Steering
High risk
Jun 14, 2007
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
On certain vehicles equipped with an 8-cylinder engine, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the Active Body Control's high pressure distribution hose due to extensiv
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Feb 7, 2006
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005
Certain vehicles may experience instrument cluster backlighting malfunction. There are three distinct failure modes. (1) Vehicles built between 06/2000 and 11/2000 may contain a de
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Jun 3, 2004
Model years: 2003, 2004
On certain vehicles, the trunk lid springs could fail in the closed trunk lid position due to extensive exposure to very high temperatures. This failure only occurs in the closed p
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Brakes
High risk
May 6, 2004
Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
On certain vehicles equipped with a 12-cylinder engine, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the Active Body Control's high pressure distribution hose due to extensiv
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
May 6, 2004
Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain vehicles, the size of the electric conductor on the blower motor fuse holder may be below appropriate tolerances. Consequently, the electric conductor of the blower moto
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
Feb 10, 2003
Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain vehicles, there is a potential for excessive static build-up in the trunk floor mats of the subject vehicles. The static build-up can cause a static discharge when indiv
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Other
High risk
Mar 14, 2001
Model years: 2001
Certain vehicles are equipped with a heated windshield washer bottle which may be defective. The sheathing material on the electrical connection of the hose may overheat and cause
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Electrical
High risk
May 19, 2000
Model years: 2000
On certain CL500, S430W and S500V vehicles, due an internal defect in circuitry cased during the climate control system blower motor regulator manufacturing process, a capacitor wi
Also affects: Mercedes-Benz Cl Class
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Brakes
High risk
Mar 20, 1997
Model years: 1995, 1996
On certain vehicles, if the front wheels are turned to full lock, the wheel could contact the brake hose and damage the hose. If the brake hose becomes damaged, loss of brake fluid
Mercedes-Benz S Class — Brakes
High risk
Feb 24, 1995
Model years: 1995
On certain vehicles, metal particles (machine flash) may be present in the ABS/traction control speed sensor mounting holes. These particles can come loose, attach to the sensor or
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