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Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Also see car recalls by year and make.

Last updated
Records analysed
89 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 89 launched 1997 to 2026
  • Most recent 11 June 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/191
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 70 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2021 19 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Not every Mercedes-Benz S-Class is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 1997 to 2026

2021 had the most, with 19. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’97 1
’98 0
’99 0
’00 1
’01 1
’02 0
’03 0
’04 0
’05 0
’06 2
’07 1
’08 3
’09 1
’10 0
’11 2
’12 1
’13 2
’14 1
’15 2
’16 5
’17 5
’18 4
’19 7
’20 6
’21 19
’22 13
’23 8
’24 2
’25 1
’26 1

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall, newest first

2026 1 recall

SRPC2604 – Windshield bonding

Launched 11 June 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/191 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2604 6794005

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain S-Class (223 platform) and EQS (297 platform) vehicles the bonding of the windshield might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windshield.
Vehicles affected
2 S-Class vehicles
Built
7 Jun 2025 to 10 Jun 2025

2025 1 recall

SRPC2501 - Processor Starter/Generator

Launched 3 April 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2501 / 5496242

Defect
Mercedes-Benz has determined that on certain AMG GT Coupe (192 platform)S-Class (223 platform) SL (232 platform) GLC (254 platform) and AMG GT 4-doorsCoupe (290 platform) vehicles with hybrid powertrain the processor of the control unit of the high-voltage starter generator might experience sporadic overload.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the high-voltage starter generator on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
46 S-Class vehicles
Built
5 Sept 2022 to 23 Jan 2025

2024 2 recalls

SRPC2401 - System protection

Launched 25 March 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2401

Defect
On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
Remedy
Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
319 S-Class vehicles
Built
27 Feb 2023 to 25 Sept 2023

On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

Launched 7 February 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/024 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2344/7790004

Defect
On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Check the front fixed element of the panoramic sliding sunroof and replace if necessary.
Vehicles affected
45 across everything the recall covers
Built
20 May 2014 to 17 Mar 2017

2023 8 recalls

A 12V ground connection bolt in the boot might not meet specifications

Launched 2 October 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/259 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2330

Defect
On affected vehicles a 12V ground connection bolt in the boot might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check and rework if necessary.
Vehicles affected
549 S-Class vehicles
Built
26 Aug 2020 to 22 Mar 2023

On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

Launched 29 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/223 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2319 / 4790205

Defect
On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.
Remedy
Replace the fuel pump module.
Vehicles affected
486 S-Class vehicles
Built
2 Jun 2021 to 12 Dec 2022

On affected vehicles a bolt connection in the engine compartment main fuse box might not meet specifications and the torque of the bolt connection may not be sufficient.

Launched 25 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/245 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2326/5491111

Defect
On affected vehicles a bolt connection in the engine compartment main fuse box might not meet specifications and the torque of the bolt connection may not be sufficient.
Remedy
Check the bolt connection and repair if necessary.
Vehicles affected
330 S-Class vehicles
Built
6 Jul 2020 to 14 Oct 2022

On affected vehicles the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system might not meet specifications.

Launched 4 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/149 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2316 / 5497105

Defect
On affected vehicles the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system via an over-the-air update in accordance with the Mercedes me terms of use or alternatively via its Mercedes-Benz service partners should the over-the-air update not be possible.
Vehicles affected
165 S-Class vehicles
Built
15 Jul 2020 to 27 May 2021

On affected vehicles the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system might not meet specifications.

Launched 4 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/148 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2310 / 5497104 / 5490207

Defect
On affected vehicles the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the voltage converter software of the secondary on-board electrical system via an over-the-air update in accordance with the Mercedes me terms of use or alternatively via its Mercedes-Benz service partners should the over-the-air update not be possible.
Vehicles affected
363 S-Class vehicles
Built
6 Jul 2020 to 27 May 2021

THE MONITORING SOFTWARE OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (EPS) MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONs.

Launched 14 July 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/173 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2315 / 4290303

Defect
The monitoring software of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the ESP control unit.
Vehicles affected
1,228 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 Jul 2021 to 23 Mar 2023

On affected vehicles the firewall seal may not satisfy leak tightness requirements. Water may enter into the vehicle causing corrosion on electrical contacts function of the PreSafe system may be impaired and it may not be possible to restart a parked vehicle.

Launched 28 April 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2306 / 6290102

Defect
On affected vehicles the firewall seal may not satisfy leak tightness requirements. Water may enter into the vehicle causing corrosion on electrical contacts function of the PreSafe system may be impaired and it may not be possible to restart a parked vehicle.
Remedy
Install an additional seal for the firewall as a precautionary measure.
Vehicles affected
7 S-Class vehicles
Built
6 Jul 2020 to 23 Sept 2020

On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

Launched 20 February 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/023 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2256 / MBAG REF: 4694204

Defect
On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.
Remedy
Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.
Vehicles affected
51,251 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Nov 2013 to 12 May 2016

2022 13 recalls

Software of the communication module may not correspond with the specifications

Launched 26 October 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/300 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2250 / 5498712

Defect
The software of the communication module may not correspond with the specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module in the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
56 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Mar 2021 to 25 Nov 2021

The software of the rear signal acquisition and actuation module might not meet specifications

Launched 16 May 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/117 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2212

Defect
The software of the rear signal acquisition and actuation module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the signal acquisition and actuation module on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
605 across everything the recall covers
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 13 Jan 2022
Also covers

The hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel

Launched 16 May 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/114 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2216

Defect
The hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel.
Remedy
Update the coding of the hand detection system on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
423 across everything the recall covers
Built
28 Feb 2020 to 25 Jan 2022

The air bag control unit might not have been bolted according to specifications

Launched 29 April 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/095 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2210

Defect
The airbag control unit might not have been bolted according to specifications.
Remedy
Check the bolting of the airbag control unit on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
62 S-Class vehicles
Built
6 Jul 2020 to 13 Feb 2021

The overhead control panel might be deactivated permanently due to a software error

Launched 25 April 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/112 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2217

Defect
The overhead control panel under certain circumstances might be deactivated permanently due to a software error.
Remedy
Update the software of the overhead control panel.
Vehicles affected
6 across everything the recall covers
Built
25 Feb 2021 to 9 Aug 2021
Also covers

The software of the communication module might not meet specifications

Launched 3 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/032 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2205

Defect
On certain vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a precautionary measure update the software of the communication module on the affected vehicles. This software update is planned to be performed over-the-air with no workshop visit being required.
Vehicles affected
486 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Mar 2021 to 17 Dec 2021

The software of the communication module might not meet specifications

Launched 2 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/030 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2168

Defect
On certain vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a precautionary measure update the software of the communication module on the affected vehicles. This software update is planned to be performed over-the-air with no workshop visit being required.
Vehicles affected
63 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Mar 2021 to 17 Dec 2021

The communication module might not meet specifications

Launched 16 February 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/024 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2513

Defect
On certain vehicles the communication module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software including a correct configuration of the communication module on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
221 S-Class vehicles
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 20 Jul 2021

The configuration of the mbux system might not meet specifications

Launched 16 February 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/018 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2200

Defect
On certain vehicles with an active and connected Mercedes me connect account the configuration of the MBUX system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the configuration of the MBUX system on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
5 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021

Coolant pump might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit

Launched 21 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/438 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2157

Defect
On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by vacuum might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.
Remedy
Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
35,624 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Apr 2017 to 12 Oct 2021

The configuration of the mbux system might not meet specifications.

Launched 12 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/434 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2162

Defect
On certain vehicles with an active and connected Mercedes me connect account the configuration of the MBUX system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
A remote update of the configuration of the MBUX system will be conducted without the need for a workshop visit.
Vehicles affected
25 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Dec 2020 to 22 Oct 2021

Mounting screws of front axle brake callipers might not meet specifications

Launched 11 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/384 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2155

Defect
On vehicles with a fixed caliper brake system the mounting screws of the calipers on the front axle may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the screws on the front brake calipers on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
72 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Oct 2021 to 26 Oct 2021

To achieve an improvement in the emissions

Launched 11 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/365 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2144

Defect
Daimler AG has come to an understanding with the (KBA) to achieve an improvement in the emissions.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software.
Vehicles affected
1 S-Class vehicle
Built
23 Oct 2012

2021 19 recalls

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/106 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2112

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
23 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 29 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/376 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2152

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
50,390 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS”, “S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”

The fuel level might not be displayed correctly

Launched 26 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/382 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2148

Defect
The movement of the fuel fill level sensor might be impaired.
Remedy
Modify the routing of the internal fuel line in the fuel tank on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
2 S-Class vehicles
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 22 Dec 2020

The software of the air bag control unit might not meet specifications

Launched 19 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/379 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2149

Defect
The software of the airbag control unit might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the airbag control unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
441 S-Class vehicles
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 10 Mar 2021

A nozzle inside the suction jet pump in the fuel tank might not have been installed or fixed inside the pump according to specifications

Launched 5 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/340 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2146

Defect
A nozzle inside the suction jet pump in the fuel tank might not have been installed or fixed inside the pump according to specifications.
Remedy
Conduct a check of the fuel system on the affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank including the suction jet pump if necessary.
Vehicles affected
88 across everything the recall covers
Built
9 Jun 2021 to 20 Aug 2021
Also covers

The communications module might not meet specifications

Launched 20 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/309 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2145

Defect
The communication module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software including a correct configuration of the communication module on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
339 S-Class vehicles
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 2 Jul 2021

The communication module might not meet specifications

Launched 20 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/308 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2140

Defect
The communication module might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software including a correct configuration of the communication module on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
275 S-Class vehicles
Built
20 Jun 2020 to 2 Jul 2021

The bolting of the 48V wiring harness on a body sided support point might not meet specifications

Launched 20 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/280 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2139

Defect
The bolting of the 48V wiring harness on a body-sided support point might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the bolting of the 48V wiring harness on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
7 S-Class vehicles
Built
16 Nov 2020 to 8 Feb 2021

Vehicles with a panoramic sunroofthe polycarbonate panel may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair

Launched 20 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/274 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2108

Defect
The polycarbonate panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Remove the bonded panel and install a new polycarbonate panel if required.
Vehicles affected
61 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jul 2013 to 29 Oct 2019

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/110 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2102

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
108,971 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 11 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2115

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
86,604 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”, “S-CLASS”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 10 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/111 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2111

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
90,716 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTABLE”, “S-CLASS”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2122

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
162,581 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”, “S-CLASS”

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/133 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2123

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
106,665 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”, “S-CLASS”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/132 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2124

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
10,410 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”, “S-CLASS”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2125

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
81,267 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLE”, “S-CLASS”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/128 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2128

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
7 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021

The communication module may be deactivated

Launched 30 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/082 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2103

Defect
The communication module may be deactivated
Remedy
Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Vehicles affected
24 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020

The inner tie rods on the front axle steering are the improper length for the vehicle type

Launched 12 January 2021 DVSA recall R/2020/386 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2047

Defect
Vehicles may have been equipped with inner tie rods on the front axle steering that are the improper length.
Remedy
Check the inner tie rods on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Vehicles affected
42 S-Class vehicles
Built
9 Nov 2020 to 12 Jan 2021

2020 6 recalls

Engine control unit software to be updated

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/243 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2027

Defect
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy
Update the relevant control unit’s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors.
Vehicles affected
994 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Nov 2011 to 31 May 2018

The seat belt warning function does not meet the specification

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/240 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2029

Defect
The seat belt warning function does not meet the specification
Remedy
Activate the correct seat belt warning scenario in the instrument cluster
Vehicles affected
45 across everything the recall covers
Built
16 Mar 2016 to 27 Feb 2019

THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/236 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2030

Defect
On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Vehicles affected
3,127 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Sept 2018

The data documenting the correct mounting of the turbocharger oil feed as well as the oil return line may be missing

Launched 25 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/225 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2022

Defect
The HV battery pack can overheat and result in the venting of hot gas which can ignite vehicle components or in extreme cases the entire vehicle.
Remedy
To prevent a vehicle fire the vehicles should not be charged using the external charging cable and the vehicles should only be driven using the default Auto EV mode only
Vehicles affected
124 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Jun 2018 to 13 Mar 2020

The material of two closure plugs on the engine may not withstand the maximum loads whilst driving

Launched 21 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/188 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2011

Defect
The material of two closure plugs on the engine might not withstand the maximum loads while driving.
Remedy
Rework the closure plugs on the engine on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
96 S-Class vehicles
Built
9 Aug 2017 to 21 Aug 2018

The threaded connection of a chain wheel to the crankcase might not meet specifications

Launched 3 February 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/389 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2002

Defect
The threaded connection of a chain wheel to the engine crankcase might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the Engine of affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
1 S-Class vehicle
Built
27 Feb 2018

2019 7 recalls

On activation of the curtain air bag the pillar cover may detach

Launched 1 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/280 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1939

Defect
The curtain airbag might not deploy as intended.
Remedy
Check the installation of the pillar covers and correct if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1 S-Class vehicle
Built
1 Jun 2018 to 30 Sept 2018

The software of the radar control unit may not meet specification

Launched 18 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/269 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1926

Defect
The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
294 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2017 to 31 Jul 2019

To achieve an improvement in the emissions via software updates

Launched 6 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/256 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1921

Defect
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
Vehicles affected
25,647 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jun 2012 to 30 Nov 2017

Switches in certain seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured to specifications

Launched 2 May 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/041 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1852

Defect
The switches in certain seat belt buckles might not have been manufactured according to specifications.
Remedy
The affected seat belt buckles are to be replaced.
Vehicles affected
90 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2018 to 31 Oct 2018

Switches in certain seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured to specifications

Launched 2 May 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/040 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1851

Defect
The switches in certain seat belt buckles might not have been manufactured according to specifications.
Remedy
The affected seat belt buckles are to be replaced.
Vehicles affected
2,570 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jun 2018 to 31 Oct 2018

A reset in the CPC control unit could occur whilst driving

Launched 17 April 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/108 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1912

Defect
The ECO Start-Stop function may be disabled and cause the vehicle to stall.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are to be recalled and the software updated.
Vehicles affected
69 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 May 2016 to 31 Aug 2018

Hands off detection function might not meet specifications

Launched 9 April 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/098 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1906

Defect
The Hands-off-Detection function (HoD) might not meet specifications.
Remedy
The position of the steering boot will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1 S-Class vehicle
Built
1 Jan 2017 to 31 Jul 2018

2018 4 recalls

To improve emissions of the affected vehicles.certain calibrations of functionalities must be changed in the engine management

Launched 19 October 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/266 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1838

Defect
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
Vehicles affected
15,692 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Dec 2013 to 31 May 2018

Certain parameters of the active lane keeping assist within the multipurpose camera software may not meet specification

Launched 11 October 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/249 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1833

Defect
Active Lane Keeping Assist might not initiate a brake intervention in case of an unwanted lane change.
Remedy
Update the multipurpose camera software of affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
34 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jan 2017 to 31 Mar 2018

Two nuts attaching the busbars within the prefuse box in the trunk may not have been installed

Launched 10 September 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/221 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1828

Defect
Two nuts attatching the busbars within the prefuse box may not have been installed
Remedy
Check the prefuse box and replace if necessary on affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
376 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Aug 2017 to 28 Feb 2018

Front seat belt tensioners may not function

Launched 6 February 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/010 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1802

Defect
The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.
Vehicles affected
296 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017

2017 5 recalls

Right front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification

Launched 26 October 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/253 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1726

Defect
The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification. This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.
Remedy
Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
135 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017

Left front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification

Launched 4 September 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/147 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1713

Defect
The propellant mix in certain seatbelt pre-tensioners ignitors may be incorrect. If the front seatbelt pre-tensioners are deployed the lock function of the pre-tensioners cannot be guaranteed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seatbelts that are likely to be affected.
Vehicles affected
78 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2016 to 31 Mar 2017

Some occupant safety systems may malfunction in the event of a collision

Launched 21 July 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/233 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1725

Defect
Due to incorrect wiring assembly the vehicles main power supply is disconnected after airbag deployment. This will affect the operation of vehicle safety functions such as automatically unlocking doors. The SRS systems are still functional.
Remedy
On affected vehicles carry out manufacturer's recommended modification.
Vehicles affected
45 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jan 2017 to 31 May 2017

Oil leak from turbocharger feed pipe.

Launched 18 July 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/214 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1724

Defect
Under certain conditions the oil feed pipe to the turbocharger may leak.Oil may contact hot components and there is a risk of fire.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the oil feed line to the turbocharger.
Vehicles affected
73 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Oct 2016 to 31 May 2017
Also covers

Faulty control unit may cause vehicle to perform outside specification

Launched 19 April 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1709

Defect
Where a control unit coding was updated in a workshop between 3 December 2016 and 5 December 2016 the coding may not correspond to the specification and may trigger unplanned action in the vehicle. The safety and emissions systems may not react as design intent.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software in the corresponding control units.
Vehicles affected
42 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2004 to 31 Mar 2017

2016 5 recalls

Extended seat belt may malfunction and reduce effectiveness of shoulder belt

Launched 15 December 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/270 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1625

Defect
It has been identified that the rear seatbelt extender may not retract as intended due to an issue with the individual friction conditions experienced by the belt extender which have not be programmed into the control unit. Should the pretensioners deploy during a collision then there is the potential that the extender may fail and break leaving broken edges which can cause a risk of a serious injury or higher occupant loading.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and recode the rear control unit on the vehicle.
Vehicles affected
116 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Feb 2015 to 1 Mar 2016

Automatic transmission may malfunction

Launched 31 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/235 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1623

Defect
It has been identified on certain 6 cylinder diesel engine/9 speed automatic transmission vehicles the starter/alternator/transmission wiring harness may be too close to the exhaust system. If it is then there is a risk that the wiring harness may suffer heat damage which can result in the transmission inadvertently selecting neutral whilst driving the Auto P function or the manual P function in the transmission not being available. The manually operated parking brake will still function.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required reroute or replace the wiring harness. The type of action is dependant on the amount of damage present.
Vehicles affected
723 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Apr 2014 to 30 Apr 2016

Stop start engine may not restart

Launched 8 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/247 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1603

Defect
The excess length of the wiring harness to the engine control unit could result in a faulty camshaft signal. This faulty camshaft signal may lead to an unintentional cancellation of the automatic starting procedure after automatic engine stop of the automatic start/stop system. In the event of a faulty camshaft signal the engine would not restart as expected following the stop procedure but can be manually restarted immediately by engaging the transmission selector lever position N or D and by operating the ignition key or the start button (with keyless go). Depending on the traffic situation however an increased accident hazard could result.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and rework the wiring harness to the engine control unit on the affected vehicles as a precautionary measure.
Vehicles affected
1,126 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Aug 2012 to 31 Aug 2015

Auto stop/start may shutdown without warning

Launched 8 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/232 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1602

Defect
Incorrect software may have been installed during manufacture. This may cause erratic idling when coming to a halt and the engine may shut down. Consequently the auto start/stop may not operate as intended.
Remedy
On affected vehicles update the powertrain control software.
Vehicles affected
330 S-Class vehicles
Built
14 Aug 2013 to 10 Nov 2015

Transmission may lock at low speed

Launched 5 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/248 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1601

Defect
The high-voltage battery charger may not have been produced to specification which could lead to an incorrect detection of an external charging cable. This in turn can lead the request for P to be activated. If the speed is less than 5 km/h the transmission would activate the park pawl function which will prevent the vehicle from driving further and could increase the risk of an incident.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high-voltage charger on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
13 across everything the recall covers
Built
29 Apr 2015 to 15 Jul 2015
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS HYBRID”

2015 2 recalls

Combustion engine may fail to start

Launched 20 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/211 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1516

Defect
Incorrect software may cause the combustion engine to non start during use. Restarting the vehicle by using the key will reset the system
Remedy
On affected vehicles update the software for the fuel control unit.
Vehicles affected
620 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Feb 2013 to 24 Apr 2015
DVSA lists it as
“S-CLASS HYBRID”

Front seat belts may not perform as intended

Launched 5 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/196 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1511

Defect
The front seat belts may have been wrongly installed and may not fully perform as intended.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check installation and correct if necessary.
Vehicles affected
183 S-Class vehicles
Built
8 May 2014 to 10 Apr 2015

2014 1 recall

Airbag may not perform as specified

Launched 27 August 2014 DVSA recall R/2014/085 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1402

Defect
The front passenger air bag module may not have been installed according to specifications. If activated it is possible that separate parts of the passenger air bag module may become loose and may detach.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag module
Vehicles affected
712 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Mar 2014 to 31 May 2014

2013 2 recalls

Seat belts have not been installed correctly

Launched 18 December 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/139 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1308

Defect
In rare individual cases the connections of the belts to the front seats may not be installed correctly. As a result on a small batch of vehicles it cannot be completely ruled out that the restraint effect could be impaired with extremely high loads.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the belt end fitting.
Vehicles affected
26 S-Class vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Fuel may leak

Launched 28 March 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/031 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1303

Defect
The flange of the fuel filter may leak due to a non-compliance in the supplier's production process. Should this occur a fuel odour may arise or fuel escape.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter.
Vehicles affected
806 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2012 1 recall

Fuel may leak

Launched 26 January 2012 DVSA recall R/2011/172 Manufacturer ref. P182

Defect
Fuel leaks in the plug area of the drain opening may occur at the fuel filter with integrated fuel heaters. Fuel can escape and is noticeable to the customer due to a corresponding diesel odour. The diesel can reach the road and as a result friction between the tyres and road surface may be decreased.
Remedy
Check filter and replace as necessary.
Vehicles affected
22,298 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

2011 2 recalls

Front seat belt height adjusters may fail

Launched 5 December 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/151 Manufacturer ref. P179

Defect
The treaded connection of the front belt height adjuster may not correspond to the high quality required of Mercedes Benz under heavy loads.
Remedy
Replace the front height adjusters including the threaded connection.
Vehicles affected
33 S-Class vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Fuel may leak

Launched 7 January 2011 DVSA recall R/2010/205 Manufacturer ref. P160

Defect
Fuel may leak from the fuel filter housing onto the road surface and thereby make the road slippery for road users.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel filter housing if it is leaking.
Vehicles affected
2,972 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2009 1 recall

Steering could be impaired

Launched 6 March 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/011

Defect
It has been established that the service life of the ABC (Active Body Control) suspension lower ball joint on the front suspension struts does not meet Mercedes-Benz strict quality requirements. In cases of extreme loads the joint could fail which could possibly result in the vehicle losing directional control. Reports of this issue have only occur on very high mileages vehicle which have had been subject to use in rough conditions.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check the ball joint on the front suspension struts and replace the ball joints where necessary.
Vehicles affected
209 S-Class vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

2008 3 recalls

Driving stability may be affected

Launched 17 November 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/152 Manufacturer ref. P125

Defect
It has been identified that during production or a repair faulty Active Body Control (ABC) acceleration sensors may have been fitted. This has the potential to cause vibrations at the front axle thus influencing the driving stability and operational safety.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the ABC acceleration sensor checked and replaced as necessary.
Vehicles affected
256 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Engine could lose power.

Launched 17 November 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/149 Manufacturer ref. P117

Defect
The electrical connection in the interior of the crankshaft sensor's chip housing may be interrupted which may result in loss of power and the inability to restart engine
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace crankshaft sensor
Vehicles affected
19,331 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2006 to 31 Dec 2007

Front lights / indicators and console lights may fail.

Launched 10 November 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/148 Manufacturer ref. P118

Defect
The SAM unit may become unreliable due to moisture in a transistor due to incorrect storage. In extreme cases various electrical functions may be affected such as front lights indicators wipers steering column adjustment and centre console lights
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace front SAM control unit
Vehicles affected
204 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2007 to 31 Dec 2007

2007 1 recall

Potential leak of brake line

Launched 30 November 2007 DVSA recall R/2008/020 Manufacturer ref. P097

Defect
Corrosion may occur in the brake line to the front/rear axle distibuter. If left unattended this could result in brake fluid leakage and loss of brake efficiency.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake pipe with one of a modified design.
Vehicles affected
2,987 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 1999 to 31 Dec 2003

2006 2 recalls

Instrument cluster may not illuminate.

Launched 11 December 2006 DVSA recall R/2006/141 Manufacturer ref. PO74

Defect
Instrument cluster may not illuminate at all times.
Remedy
Recall vehicles and check the function of the instrument panel. If found to be faulty the instrument panel will be changed.
Vehicles affected
5,940 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2005 to 31 Dec 2005

Engine may revert to limp home mode

Launched 19 January 2006 DVSA recall R/2006/046 Manufacturer ref. P059

Defect
The differential pressure sensor for the diesel particulate filter can fail due to contamination of the protective gel layer by exhaust gases. This will result in the car reverting to limp home mode (restricted engine speed).
Remedy
Replace the differential pressure sensor with the latest modified type.
Vehicles affected
4,869 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2001 1 recall

Unintentional deployment of air bag

Launched 8 May 2001 DVSA recall R/2000/142 Manufacturer ref. 1844

Defect
Exposure to high humidity conditions may result in corrosion that can cause the drivers front air bag to deploy unintentionally.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag.
Vehicles affected
7,041 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 1995 to 31 Dec 1996

2000 1 recall

Possible fire risk

Launched 8 August 2000 DVSA recall R/2000/062 Manufacturer ref. 1825

Defect
Due to a short circuit there is a possibility that the heater blower motor regulator may overheat Charring and smouldering may occur if ignored.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace the blower motor regulator with a quality assured unit.
Vehicles affected
793 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jan 2000 to 31 May 2000

1997 1 recall

Possible loss of brake fluid

Launched 22 April 1997 DVSA recall R/1997/025

Defect
There may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hoses and the tyre inner wall. In the long term this could result in damage to the brake hose(s) with a risk of fluid loss.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are being recalled for installation of a spacer to ensure adequate clearance between the front brake hoses and the tyre walls. Any hoses showing signs of previous contact will be changed.
Vehicles affected
3,096 S-Class vehicles
Built
1 Jan 1995 to 31 Dec 1996

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 89 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
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