2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class recalls

Most common 2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Electrical System	1
Air Bags	1

What owners report

2009-05-14, Electrical System
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON IN 2005 SMART CAR. MAINTENANCE BOOK SAYS GET TO DEALER IMMEDIATELY, SO WE DID. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT SHOULD BE A RECALL. THE WIRING HARNESS NEEDED REPLACED. *TR

2006-10-21, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
MERCEDES BENZ S 500 HAD TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE. VEHICLE HAS ABOUT 12,000 TO 14,000 MILES ON IT. DEALER IS TRYING TO BLAME BRAKE FAILURE ON RUST ON ROTORS DUE TO LACK OF USE OF VEHICLE. I DON'T THINK THE MANUAL WARNS ABOUT THIS. SOUNDS LIKE A MAKE UP STORY TO ME. I HAVE HAD MERCEDES VEHICLES FOR ABOUT 30 YEARS AND NEVER HAD A PROBLEM LIKE THIS BEFORE. BRAKE FAILURE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BUT SINCE AT VERY LOW SPEED NO INJURIES. IF IT HAD HAPPENED AT A HIGH SPEED IT COULD HAVE LED TO SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH. *NM

2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class questions

Does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class: Interior Lighting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S Class?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Electrical System (1), Air Bags (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.