2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S550 years
- Not enough data 9th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550. That ranks 9th out of 10 S550 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (2 complaints, 29%), typically at around 72,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 29% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 29% | 32,420 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 14% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 14% | 30,840 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550.
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.
A Retaliatory Action to cause personal harm. Believe original vin was placed on this car because of a complaint against medical doctors now under investigation. Took pictures and other proofs. Note on this vehicle says there are hazard mercury arts used on vehicle like lighting and lists other…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS DIMMED WITHOUT WARNING. THE HEADLIGHTS DID NOT PROVIDE ENOUGH ILLUMINATION TO DRIVE SAFELY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WATER ENTERED THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS AND CREATED CONDENSATION. MERCEDES-BENZ OF COCONUT CREEK…
I just had a very expensive repair done to my 2013 s550; replacing the engine harness, on a car that was looked after like my own child! Oil changes regularly, service a and service b as soon as the light went on, absolutely no reason why this sort of damage should have happened on a perfectly…
Problem 1: car sold to me without full disclosure. Silverstar motors in l.i city, ny sold me the car & withheld material information. The car had 4 damaged & defective wheels. This was disclosed to me by another dealer helms brothers. Tires were constantly losing air; front end would vibrate at…
While making right-hand turn the steering wheel locked in a turned position and would not return to straight - locked episode lasted for 2-4 seconds. This happened 2x and i have left the car with a dealer and will not drive it again until all components in the steering are replaced. The dealer has…
Other Mercedes-Benz S550 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 S550 | 16 | 10 |
| 2016 S550 | 15 | 5 |
| 2015 S550 | 41 | 5 |
| 2014 S550 | 24 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 | 0 |
| 2012 S550 | 5 | 2 |
| 2011 S550 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010 S550 | 16 | 0 |
| 2008 S550 | 19 | 0 |
| 2007 S550 | 54 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, wheels, electrical system problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S550 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.