CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (7 reports).
0Recalls
11Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430.
Most common 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, he became aware that the defroster was not working properly, affecting the visibility while driving. The contact also stated that the heater and the A/C were not working. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the failure was linked to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V227000 (Electrical System); however, neither the VIN nor the model year was included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximatel
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ S430. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE BATTERY WAS DEAD AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED UP AFTER THE BATTERY WAS CHARGED HOWEVER, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS STILL INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER A DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 206,000. ## VIN PASSED ## MERCEDES-BENZ 2005 S430 ##
DASH WARNINGS:: SRS INACTIVE, PRE-SAFE UNAVAILABLE, FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG IS TURNED OFF ACCORDING TO THE LIGHT AND THERE IS NO BABY SEAT IN IT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ S430. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE GAUGES WERE IMPOSSIBLE TO READ. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000. UPDATED 08/02/16*LJ UPDATED 08/08/16.*JB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ S430. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 questions
Does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430 at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S430?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (7), Power Train (2), Exterior Lighting (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.
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