Mercedes-Benz S 580 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 39 owner complaints and 18 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz S 580 (2021–2023). The 2021 S 580 has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.

Complaints
39
Recalls
18
Model years
2
Worst year
2021

Complaints by model year

33202162023
NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz S 580 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Mercedes-Benz S 580 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 — 33 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Electrical System

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2023 (6 complaints).

Every Mercedes-Benz S 580 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 S 58060015Wheels & Tires
2021 S 5803320316Electrical System

Most common Mercedes-Benz S 580 problem areas (all years)

  • Wheels & Tires
    11 complaints
  • Electrical System
    10 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    8 complaints
  • Engine
    7 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    4 complaints
  • Brakes
    3 complaints
  • Lighting
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

2022202320252026
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz S 580 received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz S 580 recalls

  • Recall 25V116000Feb 24, 202520,339 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V807000Oct 25, 202421 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A disabled emergency call system that prevents a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services or fails to identify the vehicle location, can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 24V704000Sep 20, 202427,190 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V115000Feb 16, 202431,848 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

  • Recall 23V880000Dec 21, 202379,676 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V445000Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V200000Mar 24, 20236 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Disabled safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 23V098000Feb 17, 20231 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V493000Jul 11, 20228,530 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V214000Apr 1, 20224 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Disabled safety features or the inability to shift gears can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V189000Mar 25, 20228,396 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V167000Mar 18, 20229,156 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Disabled rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other driver's, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V124000Mar 4, 202214 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Unintentional or improper deployment of air bags and/or seat belts can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V931000Nov 29, 2021227 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Driver distraction can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V843000Oct 29, 20218,669 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V789000Oct 11, 20211,311 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 21V704000Sep 10, 20217 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Other Mercedes-Benz models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology