Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Problems by Year
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC, across 3 model years (2015–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is visibility/wiper.
Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S550 4MATIC model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 S550 4MATIC: 11 complaints, 1 recall
- 2015 S550 4MATIC: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2017 S550 4MATIC: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 S550 4MATIC | 2 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 S550 4MATIC | 11 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2015 S550 4MATIC | 6 | 2 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (11), 2015 (6), 2017 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC?
Visibility/wiper, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.