CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (11 reports).
2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC recalls
Front Brake Hoses May Rupture and Leak Fluid
Certain Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Maybach S-Class vehicles from model years 2022 and 2023 may have front brake hoses that can rupture and leak brake fluid.
Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid
Certain Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles from 2021 through 2023 may have front brake hoses that can rupture and leak brake fluid.
Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power
A fuel pump in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may shut down while driving, which causes a loss of drive power.
Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power
The fuel pump in these vehicles may shut down while driving.
Loose dashboard may cause improper passenger airbag deployment
The dashboard in this vehicle may not be attached securely.
Rear Suspension Part May Break Off, Risking Loss of Control
A weld on the rear axle carrier's subframe may have been done improperly.
Steering Hands-Off Detection May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
A software error in the hand detection control unit can keep the hands-off detection from recognizing when the driver's hands are off the steering wheel while the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system is in use.
Emergency Call System May Be Disabled in Crash
The communication module software in these vehicles may restrict or disable the emergency call system (eCall), which connects occupants to the call center for help.
Infotainment TV and Internet Can Run While Driving
The MBUX infotainment system may allow the television and internet display to be activated while the vehicle is being driven.
Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Communication | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
Left front windows airbag malfunctioned and had to be totally replaced. Airbag shorted internally. Fault code B002111.
The factory upgrade 21 inch spoke wheels with Pirelli P-Zero low profile tires are averaging a blow out every 800 miles. 5 flats and 2 sidewall blisters in the last 10,000 miles. Pirelli P-Zero 255/35/R21 Front and 285/30/R21 Rear are all four available for inspection if you tell me to save them before I replace them. There have been thousands of complaints and law suits re this issue just in the last 5 years on mercedes cars with low profile tires; to Mercedes, Pirelli, through legal discovery, to enthusiasts forums, and to NHTSA My first blowout was at 30 mph hitting a 1 1/2" deep pothole full of rain water. That one blew out the front right and blistered the sideall of the right rear at
The following pictures will again show the issues that I'm having while driving my 2022 S Class Mercedes, while using the cruise control on the Belt Parkway. It shows me stuck in traffic and, although I can only go 11 miles an hour while Iâm stuck in traffic, the cruise control wants to push it to 80 mph, which is indeed VERY VERY DANGEROUS!! as you can well imagine. Also, as you can see in the second picture, I have the cruise control set to 39 MPH. I have been writing for the past two months with no resolve as yet. The repair records speak for themselves and still Mercedes Benz offers no remedy. It would appear that it's going to take a severe accident or fatality to bring some
Here we go again, while driving on a side road with a 20 mph school speed limit, the cruise control wants to SPEED UP to 60 mph!! WHAT IS IT GOING TO TAKE TO REMEDY THIS BEFORE IâM INVOLVED IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT!!
I leased my 2022 S 500, Mercedes Benz. on September 28, 2022 and after about a year, I have had issues with the large screen/radio and cruise control in the vehicle. All events are documented at the Rockville Centre, Long Island service center. I have made numerous complaints beginning in January of this year through emails and was assigned a case number with Mercedes Benz corporate which is 12240831. On numerous occasions, while using the cruise control set to 50 MPH, the vehicle will accelerate to  80 MPH  on a highway with a  50 MPH speed limit. Then on other occasions,  while using the cruise control, the vehicle will accelerate to  80 MPH  on a highway with a  25 MPH spe
2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC questions
Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC: Front Brake Hoses May Rupture and Leak Fluid; Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid; Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power; Fuel Pump May Shut Off, Causing Loss of Power; Loose dashboard may cause improper passenger airbag deployment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (11), Electrical System (6), Tires (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC has been fixed?
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