2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 recalls

Most common 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 problems

Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Unknown Or Other	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Forward Collision Avoidance	2
Electrical System	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Engine	1
Structure	1
Suspension	1
Exterior Lighting	1

What owners report

2026-08-18, Forward Collision Avoidance
The instrument cluster on my 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 (W221) is locked by a persistent red “Battery Not Charged” warning message. This message appears even though the charging system is working correctly (normal charging voltage, new battery, and new battery sensor installed). Because the cluster is locked, I can no longer: • View or reset tire pressure (TPMS) • Access the digital speed display • Adjust or enable certain lighting functions, including daytime running lights • Adjust seatbelt settings • Turn the blind spot monitor on or off • Control PRE-SAFE braking / related safety systems • Use other instrument cluster menus and driver information displays The proble

2025-04-29, Suspension
The contact's daughter owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact noticed that the air suspension had collapsed. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that it was a known failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,879.

2024-05-08, Fuel/Propulsion System
My driver side Rear seat underneath is leaking gasoline. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V557000

2022-03-18, Fuel/Propulsion System
I am filing a complaint with your agency regarding a fuel pump malfunction with my 2011 Mercedes S550 (VIN# [XXX]), because I feel that the incident below is a major safety concern and is similarly situated to the following NHTSA Campaign #12V557000. On March 15, 2022, I was pumping gas into my vehicle at Costco in Brookhaven, Georgia. The gas attendant and I were chatting about gas prices and so forth. In 10-to-15 minutes Costco's members that were getting gas, were attempting to alert us that an ocean ($88.00) of fuel was rapidly spewing out the opposite side (driver side) of the vehicle's fuel tank. On March 16, 2022, I had the vehicle towed to RBM of Atlanta in Sandy Springs, Georgi

2020-09-23, Structure
IABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO, I WAS UNABLE TO START MY CAR. IT HAD A WARNING MESSAGE 'SERVICES REQUIRED. DO NOT SHIFT THE GEAR'. WE TOWED OUR CAR TO THE DEALER AND LEARNED THAT THE BACKSEAT FLOOD HAD STANDING WATER! THIS CAUSED THE ELECTRONIC SHORTAGE. WE PAID OVER $2000 TO MAKE THE CAR RUNNING AGAIN. IT LOOKS THAT THE RAIN GOT IN THROUGH DRIVER SIDE BACK WINDOW BECAUSE OF THE SEALING PROBLEMS. IT RAINED LAST NIGHT. I JUST LOOKED AT MY CAR. THE BACK FLOOR LIKES RIVER AGAIN. I AM UNABLE TO START THE CAR AGAIN. NOW WE FEEL THAT THIS CAR IS VERY UNSAFE. WE DO NOT KNOW WHEN THE RAIN WILL GET INTO THE CAR TO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC PROBLEMS. WE ARE AFRAID THAT WE MAY BE TRAPPED IN A FLOOD IF WE DRIVE IT

2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 questions

Does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550: Fuel System, Gasoline; Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 has been fixed?

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