2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class recalls

Most common 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1

What owners report

2012-04-11, Power Train
2012 MERCEDES S550. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE SLID BACKWARDS IN PARKING LOT *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SAFETY ISSUE WAS REGARDING THE VEHICLE BEING PUT IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION AFTER TURNING OFF THE ENGINE. THE CONSUMER STATED THREE WEEKS AGO, HE HAD THE MISFORTUNE OF PARKING HIS VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT. WITHOUT OPENING THE DOOR, HE TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND WHEN HE REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE SLID BACKWARDS AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. BOTH VEHICLES WERE DAMAGED. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MINUTE THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE PUT IN THE ELECTRONIC PARKING POSITION, RATHER THAN NEUTRAL.*JB

2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class questions

Does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class: Fuel System, Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S Class?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.