2004 Mercedes-Benz S500 recalls and problems

The 2004 Mercedes-Benz S500 has 0 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

How the 2004 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Average complaint count among 10 S500 model years — 5th most.

0recalls
12complaints
1crashes
0fires
2injuries
98,000median 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

2014: 4 complaints20142015: 5 complaints201552017: 1 complaints20172019: 1 complaints20192021: 1 complaints20211

2004 vs. other Mercedes-Benz S500 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2004. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S500 have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mercedes-Benz S500?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention electrical system (6), service brakes (3), suspension (3). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.