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Mercedes-Benz S-Class repairs by problem area
Engine (28%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (5%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 317 repairs.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (35%)
$500 - $999 (30%)
$100 - $499 (10%)
< $100 (15%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 40000 mi US $1900 |
Squeaking brakes replaced. |
2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 57000 mi US $2258 |
Front brake Pads with sensor & Front brake rotors |
2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 429hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 40300 mi C $1800 |
Replacement of rear brakes, |
2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Engine not specified
| 109000 mi US $1200 |
Routine pad replacement |
2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 111283 mi US $150 |
ABS light came on during test drive. Right front wheel speed sensor replaced. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 48000 mi US $1200 |
Whole system failure. ESP, ABS, and a few other acronyms were flashing on the dashboard all of a sudden. The dealer ordered new computer modules and all is now well. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 133000 mi £665 |
Front o/s/f brake caliper pistons stuck |
| 136500 mi £2652 |
Faulty ASR unit |
| 149721 mi | Replaced brake solenoid |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 156602 mi US $966 |
Replace front and rear brake pads, brake fluid |
| 191591 mi US $1044 |
Replace worn out front brakes Replace worn out rear brakes |
| 215707 mi US $930 |
Replace worn out front brake pads and sensor Replace cracked rubber brake hoses |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 22000 mi US $1800 |
wheel angle sensor |
| 83000 mi US $2000 |
Seized front caliper which gouged the rotor. Tech could not free caliper. New rotors, pads, calipers both sides, front end. |
| 118000 mi US $800 |
Seized front brake caliper; replaced with OEM part |
| 157000 mi US $600 |
Wheel speed sensor |
| 61000 mi | ESP inoperative, cruise control inoperative warnings. Dealer replaced sensor, indicated it was a common failure. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| 72000 mi £230 |
Nearside brake caliper replacement due to slight leak |
2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 120000 mi US $900 |
Brakes, service B |
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 493hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 108500 mi | Brakes: pads, rotors, or drums, repair |
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 64000 mi US $2700 |
tires, ball joints, door opening vacuum pump,brakes, pads and rotors and sensors |
2000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 95000 mi US $224 |
Noticed brake pedal slowly sinking while sitting at red light, so I installed a new master cylinder + changed brake fluid + replaced front & rear pads which were beyond 50% wear. Total cost of parts $238.00 Labor by self |
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