Mercedes-Benz S550
This model has recorded recalls in US but none on file for CA, AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.
United States
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownTIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMSUS
If all four wheel sensors in the subject vehicles are simultaneously malfunctioning or missing, the TPMS will provide an initial warning, but this warning will not automatically repeat on subsequent ignition cycles, failing to remind the driver that the system is offline. Driving unknowingly with incorrectly inflated tires may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEUS
If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGEUS
If the seat belt anchor comes loose, in the event of a crash, the occupant may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMUS
If the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. The increase in pin contact resistance can also increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS
A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownCOMMUNICATIONUS
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS
The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREUS
If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSEAT BELTSUS
In the event of a crash, if the seat belt extender does not retract and/or the extender breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS
If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownCOMMUNICATIONUS
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONERUS
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownSTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMUS
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCHUS
If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
- Mercedes-Benz S550date unknownCOMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATIONUS
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Canada
No recorded recalls for this model in Canada.
Australia
No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.