Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 1, 2020 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid, across 1 model years (2016–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electronic stability control (esc).

Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No S550 Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2016 S550 Hybrid: 1 complaint, 0 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 Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electronic Stability Control (esc)110
Service Brakes110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 S550 Hybrid10—Electronic Stability Control (esc)

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (1). 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 Hybrid?

Electronic Stability Control (esc), with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.