2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 17 of 45 complaints (38%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Suspension, Wheels & Tires include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 34 in 2021 to 45 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–4,850 | 3,250–4,550 | 3,250–5,150 | 3,350–5,550 | 3,250–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–23 | 17–24 | 15–24 | 14–23 | 15–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–21 / 21–28 | 14–20 / 24–29 | 12–21 / 21–30 | 12–20 / 20–29 | 12–21 / 20–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 403–574 | 372–510 | 372–599 | 388–618 | 364–610 | |
| Complaints filed | 7 | 34 | 45 | 7 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 9 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
9 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 17 of 45 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class get?
EPA rates it 15–24 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
EPA estimates $3,250–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $3,250 (low) | 372 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 15 mpg | 24 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 484 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 12 | 6.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 12 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 599 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (9)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS · Campaign 25V116000 · Feb 25, 2025
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030007.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE · Campaign 24V704000 · Sep 23, 2024
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 23V880000 · Dec 26, 2023
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 23V445000 · Jun 26, 2023
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD · Campaign 22V935000 · Dec 19, 2022
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2022 S 500 vehicle. The dashboard may be insufficiently attached, which can result in an improper front passenger air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
Consequence: Improper deployment of an air bag can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a portion of the dashboard, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023010001.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY; SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET · Campaign 22V194000 · Mar 29, 2022
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 S580Z, S500V, and S580V vehicles. The sub frame weld for the thrust arm on the rear axle carrier may have been improperly welded, causing the thrust arm to break and detach.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will inspect the sub frame weld on the rear axle carrier and replace the rear axle carrier as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030028.
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR · Campaign 22V189000 · Mar 28, 2022
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION · Campaign 21V00J000 · Dec 28, 2021
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS450, S500, and S580 vehicles. The communication module software may restrict or disable the emergency call system (eCall).
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: The communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022010006.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · Campaign 21V931000 · Nov 30, 2021
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580, 2022 EQS450, EQS580, and S500 vehicles with an active and connected Mercedes me connect account. The MBUX infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display while driving, causing a distraction for the driver.
Consequence: Driver distraction can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA has updated their computer server to correct the issue for most vehicles, free of charge. For vehicles that were not able to be updated remotely, dealers will provide the software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.