Mercedes-Benz S65 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Mercedes-Benz S65, across 3 model years (2007–2012). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is equipment.
Mercedes-Benz S65 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S65 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 S65: 3 complaints, 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 S65 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz S65 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 S65 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 S65 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 S65 | 3 | 0 | — | Equipment |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz S65 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (3). 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 S65?
Equipment, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz S65 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.