2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 recalls and problems

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 has 0 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

How the 2003 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 7 S430 model years — 3rd most.

0recalls
26complaints
0crashes
1fires
0injuries
94,402median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2009: 4 complaints200942010: 3 complaints20102011: 1 complaints20112012: 3 complaints20122013: 2 complaints20132014: 2 complaints20142015: 3 complaints20152016: 2 complaints20162017: 1 complaints20172018: 3 complaints20182019: 1 complaints20192021: 1 complaints20211

2003 vs. other Mercedes-Benz S430 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2003. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430 have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz S430?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention electrical system (12), suspension (4), exterior lighting (3). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.