Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 32 owner complaints and 11 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC (2022–2025). The 2022 S 580 4MATIC has the most serious complaints, most often about driver assistance & safety tech.

Complaints
32
Recalls
11
Model years
4
Worst year
2022

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC 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 4MATIC years to buy

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

  1. 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC — 25 complaints, 1 fire; top problem: Driver Assistance & Safety Tech

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

Every Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2025 S 580 4MATIC10001—
2024 S 580 4MATIC30003Transmission & Drivetrain
2023 S 580 4MATIC31002Body & Structure
2022 S 580 4MATIC250108Driver Assistance & Safety Tech

Most common Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC problem areas (all years)

  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    9 complaints
  • Engine
    8 complaints
  • Electrical System
    7 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    7 complaints
  • Brakes
    7 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    6 complaints
  • Suspension
    4 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    3 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

20252026
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC recalls

  • Recall 26V638000Oct 2, 202630,064 vehiclesModel years 2022–2025

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

  • Recall 25V255000May 12, 2025443 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: An incorrect fuse box 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 25V116000Feb 24, 202520,339 vehiclesModel years 2022

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

  • Recall 24V862000Nov 15, 20243 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V704000Sep 20, 202427,190 vehiclesModel years 2022

    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 2024

    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 2022

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

  • Recall 23V445000Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehiclesModel years 2022

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

  • Recall 22V194000Mar 28, 202212 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2022

    Risk: A detached thrust arm can cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, or cause the vehicle to pull to one side during emergency braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V189000Mar 25, 20228,396 vehiclesModel years 2022

    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 21V00J000Dec 27, 20211,239 vehiclesModel years 2022

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

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