Every 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Structure · NHTSA 23V854000
Dec 15, 2023Structure:Body:Roof and Pillars
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.
- Risk
- A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.
Full recall details for 23V854000 →Structure · NHTSA 21V197000
Mar 19, 2021Structure:Body:Roof and Pillars
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Coupe AMG, 2016 GLE450 Coupe, 2014-2020 S63 AMG, 2018-2019 S560, and 2019 GLC350e vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.
- Risk
- The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Full recall details for 21V197000 →Communication · NHTSA 19V787000
Jan 11, 2019CommunicationOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
- Risk
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
Full recall details for 19V787000 →
2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550, reporting 1 injuries. Mercedes-Benz has issued at least 146 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Unknown Or Other12
- Structure3
- Tires3
- Vehicle Speed Control3
- Visibility/Wiper3
- Seat Belts2
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (89)
- Power Train (61)
- Exterior Lighting (41)
- Suspension (27)
- Equipment (26)
- Visibility/Wiper (21)
Read Mercedes-Benz S550 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 2 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
- Pedestrian alert sounds
DP22005Opened Jan 27, 2023Closed Aug 7, 2023
- Front Roof Panel Detachment
PE21001Opened Jan 8, 2021Closed Oct 14, 2021
What people reported
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“I got this certified car from Mercedes Benz dealer. I have driven it sparingly for less than 10K miles without really any hitting any bumps or potholes . After a recent service [XXX] 2024 at a MB dealer, I was told that 2 wheels were cracked 1 front & 1 back .”
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S550 4MATICMay 21, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11589913
Injury reported
“While driving or even sitting this piece gets extremely hot and has actually burned me twice. As soon as the car is turned on the temperature rises on this piece that's on by the arm rest”
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S550Jan 8, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11564145
“WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FAILURE REOCCURRING CONSTANTLY ON VEHICLE, OTHERS SEEM TO HAVE SAME ISSUE. REOCCURS DUE TO PART FAILURE I WOULD SUGGEST. CAUSES DANGEROUS CONDITIONS WITH ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL FAILURE.”
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S550 HYBRIDAug 1, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11342662
“The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized.”
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S550Oct 14, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11693453
“I HAVE NOW EXPERIENCED CRACKS ON THREE SEPARATE TIRE RIMS. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 41,000 MILES.THE TIRES ARE LOW PROFILE, RUN FLAT TIRES AND THE RIMS APPEAR TO BE ALUMINUM AND FAULTY.”
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S550 4MATICNov 24, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11376131
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