Mercedes-Benz S560 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 15 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz S560, across 4 model years (2018–2021). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Mercedes-Benz S560 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S560 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 S560: 13 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2019 S560: 5 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2020 S560: 1 complaint, 4 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 S560 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz S560 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 S560 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 S560 | 1 | 4 | — | Visibility | |
| 2019 S560 | 5 | 10 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2018 S560 | 13 | 10 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz S560 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (13), 2019 (5), 2020 (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 S560?
Engine, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S560 have?
15 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.