2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430.

Most common 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 problems

Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	14
Suspension	4
Seat Belts	3
Exterior Lighting	3
Engine	2
Power Train	2
Unknown Or Other	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Equipment	1
Tires	1

What owners report

2021-06-28, Structure
The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430. The contact stated he opened the hatch however, the hatch quickly closed independently. The contact stated he was able to hold the hatch before it closed totally. The contact stated that the passenger’s side spring was detached from the hatch. The contact stated he attempted but was unable to repair the passenger’s side spring. The contact called and made the local dealer aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,268.

2019-02-21, Air Bags
SRS CODES IS BEING THROWN. IF YOU MOVE A LITTLE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT IT TRIGGERS CODE TO BE THROWN. STARTED THROWING IT OUT OF NOW WHERE.

2018-11-29, Electrical System
ELECTRICAL/FUSE/CLUSTER PANEL LIGHTS ARE OUT IN DASH VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY

2018-03-10, Electrical System
I HAVE A 2003 MERCEDES S430. THE OTHER DAY MY WIFE WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH WHEN IT JUST SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. HOW DO WE ALLOW A VEHICLE TO OPERATE ON THE HIGHWAY THAT WOULD JUST CUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT AT LEAST GIVING YOU A CHANCE TO GET OUT OF THE ROAD. THANKS

2018-01-28, Exterior Lighting
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT BLANK NOTHING WORKS IN CLUSTER.DRIVINGHOUR OR TWO WENT BLANK NO REASON

2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 questions

Does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430?

Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (14), Suspension (4), Seat Belts (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 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.