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Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560
Data refreshed October 26, 2026
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Complaints
27
Active records
Recalls
16
Active records
TSBs
136
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
0
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560
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Operating state
Condition issue
Vibration/harshness
Engine behavior
Reporting mechanism
Electrical issue
Infotainment behavior
Performance issue
Ride/handling behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Safety restraint issue
Smell
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Access/entry issue
Braking behavior
Fluid issue
Noise
Powering on/off behavior
Thermal issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Oct 7, 2026
My front drive shaft universal joint just suffered a catastrophic structural fracture while driving, which completely matches NHTSA Recall 26V216. Even though my VIN falls just outside the official database cut-off date, the identical supplier defect just destroyed my drive shaft. My car production date is just 5 weeks after the cut-off window. The car used the defective part.
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Aug 31, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-560 4Matic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while the brake pedal was depressed or while the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle lost automotive power. However, after several seconds, the vehicle suddenly regained automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for a routine oil change and brake service, and the contact…
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Aug 26, 2026
Reckless driving on 94. The driver going more than 80mph up behind me into traffic blowing the horn the proceeds to go are flashing something could have been a cell phone maybe.
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Jul 6, 2026
The front passenger seat belt, after a hard break, it released and never retracted
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Jun 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4MATIC. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced failures associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V216000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact was informed that once the parts for the recall repair were available, vehicle owners would be notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer…
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed May 7, 2026
While I was driving on the freeway, I heard what sounded like a gunshot. I slowed down and exited the nearest exit. After checking my vehicle windows and seeing no damage, I got out of my car and noticed the front sunroof panel glass had shattered. I am not sure how this can happen.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Apr 29, 2026
Hello as of now there was no accidents just read Reading the Recalls it is very serious I take in the vehicle to the Mercedes Benz dealership 4-29- 26 They did nothing but said they would get in contact with me once they receive the remedy
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560 4MATIC
Filed Apr 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4Matic. The contact stated that while performing a brake service, the contact became aware that there was fluid leaking underneath the vehicle, coming from the driveshaft. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was shaking while driving due to the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V216000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated…
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ S 560
Filed Nov 23, 2022
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal sound and shards of glass started entering the vehicle from the sunroof. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified in writing and he received a call back and was informed that no assistance would be offered. The failure mileage…
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S560
Filed Oct 25, 2022
The Smell of fuel is present inside the vehicle around 50 percent of the time. When parked in the garage the vehicle emits an extremely strong fuel smell as if it has leaked fuel with no visible spills or leaks. While driving the smell of fuel is present almost always.