2015 Model Year

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
51
Recalls
0
Crashes
6
Severe
14

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Steering
Jan 2026

I loss my electric steering assist!!! Takes 2 gorillas to turn the wheel i was able to stop without crashing into anything

Steering
Sep 2025

The steering wheel became difficult to control.Also,steering wheel module waring light came on.

Structure
Aug 2025

Roof panel between windshield and panoramic sunroof has developed fine hairline fractures on the polycarbonate panel. Why wasn't my vehicle included i...

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and approaching a stop, the vehicle experienced...

Air Bags
May 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated, with...

WHEELS,ENGINE
Apr 2025

Brought my vehicle to my mechanic because of noise that recently appeared in my car. To my surprise the mechanic stated that my engine is completely f...

Seat Belts
Apr 2025

The rear seatbelts do not retract to restrain the passenger. They also don't retract after the passenger has exited the vehicle.

Engine
Feb 2025

Cylinder wall 2 and 3 scorn horribly. Coolant leaking into cylinder 2 & 3. Dealer recommendation of new motor due to bad block. German Auto Works and...

Tires
Sep 2024

RIGHT FRONT TIRE 245/45R19B 102.H.M.S I HAD A MAJOR BLOWOUT. THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE HAD A WHOLE THE SIZE OF A RETANGULAR BRICK. i COULD HAVE LOST...

Suspension
Sep 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a squeaking sound coming fro...

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has 51 complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 6 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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