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Mercedes-Benz S580
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
350
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Recalls
34
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TSBs
331
Active records
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
1
Injuries
13
Crashes
11
Fires
9
Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz S580
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Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed May 8, 2026
The vehicle lost acceleration and the check engine light came on. I took the vehicle to Mercedes dealership. They quoted that the Camtronic actuator has failed and needs to be replaced. Cost $9000. I have now seen online a recall for 2021 mercedes s580's for CAMTRONIC actuator failure issue. However- my VIN is not included in the recall. Please advise what I should do.
2024 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed May 4, 2026
255/35R21 Unknown Bump on tire causing it to run flat.
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Apr 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580 The vehicle is experiencing a severe and violent drivetrain jolt or push during gear transitions, specifically when shifting from 5th to 6th gear at cruising speeds. On multiple occasions, the jolt was so forceful that passengers believed the vehicle had been rear-ended by another car. This behavior is unpredictable and creates a significant safety hazard, as it causes a sudden change in vehicle momentum while driving in traffic. The issue has been reported to…
2025 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580 4MATIC
Filed Mar 30, 2026
The doors are designed to open or shut, not a hinged or soft door close. There has been several times when I’ve opened the door and the door slams back on my elbow.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Feb 24, 2026
False warning message for right taillights/brake lights/signal light in rear lamp.
2024 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Feb 20, 2026
I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivability issue with my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580. The vehicle has been experiencing a harsh, abnormal shift between approximately 3rd and 4th gear at around 25–35 mph during normal acceleration. The shift feels like a sudden jerk or hesitation and does not feel consistent with normal operation. The vehicle has been taken to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership multiple times for this issue. On a recent visit (February 9, 2026), a drive technician rode…
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Jan 22, 2026
On multiple occasions, after the vehicle had been parked and not driven for approximately five days or more, the automatic parking brake locked in place and would not release. I attempted standard methods to disengage the brake, including manual release procedures and lightly rocking the vehicle, without success. The only way to release the brake was to apply significant pressure to the accelerator while in reverse, which caused the brake to suddenly unlock. The first incident occurred while…
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580 4MATIC
Filed Jan 14, 2026
The sunroof shattered suddenly while driving. There was no external impact to the vehicle.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Jan 13, 2026
Three wheels had rim a total of eight cracks that lead to one tire unable to hold air. Loss of air in tire can lead to crash. Mercedes service inspected car after first crack was noticed by Discount Tire when they diagnosed deflation in tire. Mercedes service reported that two additional wheel rims were cracked. Discount Tire subsequently determined a total of eight cracks and took pictures. Mercedes service representative stated that initial OEM wheels on 2021 S Class were weak and…
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Filed Jan 6, 2026
Was driving the car at 3:00 P.M. and all of a sudden thr dash display when total black out nothing on the display screen. Speed,fuel,turnning singles nothing total black out. Took it to the dealership to fix as this can and would be a life threathing at loss of life could and can happen in a traffic sistiution