2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your S 560 4MATIC?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC recalls

Drive Shaft Joint Can Break, Causing Sudden Power Loss

Recall 26V216Apr 3, 202624,092 vehicles affected

A drive shaft universal joint in these vehicles may break, which can cause a sudden loss of drive power.

Most common 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other2
Vehicle Speed Control1

What owners report

2026-10-07, Vehicle Speed Control
My front drive shaft universal joint just suffered a catastrophic structural fracture while driving, which completely matches NHTSA Recall 26V216. Even though my VIN falls just outside the official database cut-off date, the identical supplier defect just destroyed my drive shaft. My car production date is just 5 weeks after the cut-off window. The car used the defective part.
2026-05-07, Unknown Or Other
While I was driving on the freeway, I heard what sounded like a gunshot. I slowed down and exited the nearest exit. After checking my vehicle windows and seeing no damage, I got out of my car and noticed the front sunroof panel glass had shattered. I am not sure how this can happen.

2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC questions

Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC: Drive Shaft Joint Can Break, Causing Sudden Power Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC 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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