No complaints are listed for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 550. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-10.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MERCEDES-BENZ S 550.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Manufacturer communications
64 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 23 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 9 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 8 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 8 |
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| STEERING | 4 |
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| ENGINE | 3 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
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| STRUCTURE | 3 |
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11038183
Date: 2026-09-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
Complaint Noises in the steering column area when steering. See example file in the attachments area: "MRSMa SchleifgerA?usch_SCCMGrindingNoises. MOV". Cause Under analysis. Remedy Check which area of the steering column the noises occur in. Do the noises tend to occur at the bottom in the driver f
11038186
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. Cause Although the cause of the vibra
11036101
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. a ? If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary
11035005
Date: 2026-07-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
11032875
Date: 2026-05-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the A-pillar
11031553
Date: 2026-04-24. Type: Emissions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles equipped with an 8-cylinder engine, the software of the engine control unit may not correspond to the current specifications. Under specific conditions, the OBD system may not detect an aged
11031580
Date: 2026-04-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
11029055
Date: 2026-02-28. Type: Emissions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
Mercedes-Benz AG (a MBAGa ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2019-2021 G-Class, S-Class and GT (463, 222 & 190 platforms) vehicles, the engine control unit software does not correspond to current production specifications. It is therefore possible that onboard
11028989
Date: 2026-02-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A leak test must be performed to determine i
11026835
Date: 2025-12-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the trip. No ca mera image is displayed in the head unit. The reversing camera or the 360A? system functions normally when activated manually or by engaging drive range "R". Cause This is