2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).

7Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 recalls

Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid

Recall 25V116Feb 24, 202520,339 vehicles affected

Certain Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles from 2021 through 2023 may have front brake hoses that can rupture and leak brake fluid.

Emergency Call System May Fail to Contact Help

Recall 24V807Oct 25, 202421 vehicles affected

The emergency call system in certain 2021 luxury sedans may fail to place an automatic or manual call during a crash or emergency, and may not send the vehicle's location to responders as intended.

Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 22V493Jul 11, 20228,530 vehicles affected

The rearview camera display may fail to show the rear view because of a software error in the MBUX multimedia system.

Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash

Recall 22V365May 20, 2022242,722 vehicles affected

A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.

Loose steering column connector can disable airbag and stability control

Recall 22V214Apr 1, 20224 vehicles affected

On certain 2021 S-Class vehicles, the electrical connector to the steering column module may not be secured properly.

Rear Lights and Turn Signals May Stop Working

Recall 22V167Mar 18, 20229,156 vehicles affected

A software error can disable the rear turn signals, hazard warning lights, and back-up lights on these vehicles.

Passenger Front Air Bag May Be Switched Off in a Crash

Recall 21V789Oct 11, 20211,311 vehicles affected

Some vehicles have air bag control unit software that can deactivate the occupant recognition system, which in turn can switch off the front passenger air bag.

Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2024-12-04, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle stalls until the contact engages the vehicle in sport mode. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and a case was opened. The contact was relating the failure to  NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V704000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The failure mileage was 20,700.

2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 questions

Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500: Front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid; Emergency Call System May Fail to Contact Help; Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk; Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash; Loose steering column connector can disable airbag and stability control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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