2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 31, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S 560 4MATIC years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC. That ranks 2nd out of 3 S 560 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 80,023 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1 · ~80,023 mi
Seat Belts1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train150%80,023——
Seat Belts150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC recalls (1)

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Power train:driveline:universal jointApr 3, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V216000 · 24,092 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.

Risk: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-560 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while the brake pedal was depressed or while the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle lost automotive power. However…

Power Train · received Aug 31, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761003

The front passenger seat belt, after a hard break, it released and never retracted

Seat Belts · received Jul 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748478

Other Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC years

← 2018 S 560 4MATIC · 2020 S 560 4MATIC →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2020 S 560 4MATIC21
201921
2018 S 560 4MATIC41

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC?

Owners most often report power train, seat belts problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S 560 4MATIC model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.