Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 6, 2026 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC, across 3 model years (2018–2020). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2018, with 7 complaints
2018: 7201872019: 1201912020: 020200

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No S 560 4MATIC model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 S 560 4MATIC: 7 complaints, 6 recalls
  2. 2019 S 560 4MATIC: 1 complaint, 5 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-Maybach S 560 4MATIC problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine410
Air Bags110
Forward Collision Avoidance110
Service Brakes110
Steering110

All Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2020 S 560 4MATIC03——
2019 S 560 4MATIC15—Service Brakes
2018 S 560 4MATIC76—Engine

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (7), 2019 (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-Maybach S 560 4MATIC?

Engine, with 4 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4MATIC have?

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