The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 2 of 3 complaints (67%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 6 in 2024 to 3 in 2025.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 3
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,200–$5,150
- Combined MPG
- 15–24
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–5,550 | 3,200–5,150 | 3,200–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | 3,350–5,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–23 | 15–24 | 15–24 | 15–23 | 14–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–20 / 20–29 | 12–21 / 20–31 | 12–21 / 20–31 | 12–20 / 20–29 | 12–20 / 20–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 388–618 | 364–610 | 364–603 | 380–603 | 386–610 | |
| Complaints filed | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 10 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 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 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class get?
EPA rates it 15–24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 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 (6)
| 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) | 31 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $3,200 (low) | 364 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 12 | 6.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 12 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 603 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 16 mpg | 27 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 451 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Large Cars | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 448 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 9-spd | 8 | 4.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 305 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Large Cars | 20 mpg | 29 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,350 | 106 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 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 (3)
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV and EQS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Software in the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) may cause an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
- Consequence
- A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the AVAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025070005.
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.