The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 3 of 6 complaints (50%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 10 in 2023 to 6 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 6
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,200–$5,150
- Combined MPG
- 15–24
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,200–5,150 | 3,350–5,550 | 3,200–5,150 | 3,200–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–24 | 14–23 | 15–24 | 15–24 | 15–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–21 / 21–30 | 12–20 / 20–29 | 12–21 / 20–31 | 12–21 / 20–31 | 12–20 / 20–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 372–599 | 388–618 | 364–610 | 364–603 | 380–603 | |
| Complaints filed | 46 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | |
| Recalls issued | 10 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 5 | 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3 of 6 NHTSA complaints (50%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class get?
EPA rates it 15–24 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
EPA estimates $3,200–$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 | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 428 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 18 mpg | 27 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 418 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $3,200 (low) | 364 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 12 | 6.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 12 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 610 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 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 (4)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S 500 4MATIC, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC, 2023-2025 S 580 E 4MATIC, and 2024-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance 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 are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V116. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4-door coupe, 2025 AMG GLC 63 S E Performance, GLC 63 S E Performance Coupe, AMG GT 63 S E Performance, 2023-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance, and 2024-2025 AMG SL 63 S E Performance vehicles with a hybrid powertrain. A software error may cause the high-voltage starter alternator control unit to fail, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the high-voltage starter alternator control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030012.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLC 300 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.
- Consequence
- Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120005.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.