CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class recalls
Most common 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
SRS SYSTEM NOT OPERATING ON PASSENGER SIDE. *TR
REAR VIEW MIRROR LEAKING . LAVA EFFECT, BLURRED, DIMMER FAILURE. *TR
I RECEIVED A BAS/ESP MALFUNCTION ON MY STEERING WHEEL. THIS IS THE SECOND TIRE MONITOR THAT HAS FAILED ON THIS CAR. I HAVE CONTACTED MERCEDES AND NOTIFIED THEM OF THE PROBLEM. THEY HAVE OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE IN REPAIRING THIS SAFETY/MECHANICAL FAILURE. THIS CAR SHOULD NOT HAVE THESE SENSORS GOING BAD THIS QUICKLY.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ SL500. WHILE DRIVING THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT HER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND OIL WAS LEAKING IN THE VEHICLE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AS THE POWER STEERING PUMP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 68,000.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ S500. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH HE STARTED TO SMELL AN ELECTRICAL FIRE AND CONTINUED TO DRIVE TO HIS DESTINATION. AFTER ARRIVING TO HIS DESTINATION HE NOTICED THAT EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER ADVISED HIM THAT THE DRAIN HOLE FOR THE AIR CONDITIONER HAD FILLED THE FLOOR BOARD WITH WATER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSPONDER MODULE AND THE FUSE BOX SINCE THE TRANSPONDER MELTED DURING THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 33,243 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 33,300.
2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class questions
Does the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class: Electrical System; Engine And Engine Cooling; Suspension; Interior Lighting; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Trunk Lid:Lock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Power Train (3), Air Bags (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Mercedes-Benz S Class 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.