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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 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (22%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (14%)
< $100 (46%)
Chart based on 63 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
twincharged 429hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9000 mi | A warning comes on saying "Parktronic" is not functioning. All the cameras at that time do not work. It happens intermediately. I cannot predict when it will occur. |
2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 9-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 26000 mi US $250 |
Replace auxiliary battery |
2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 9-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 1000 mi | worst audio system I have ever had in a vehicle. this audio system was their optional high definition. MBUSA was useless in the repair of it |
| 7000 mi | audio system was sub par paid for a premium system , sounded as one of the worst I have heard. My truck has better audio reproduction Seat masseurs were anemic . Rattles |
2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 12500 mi | Car would not recognize key. Key replaced and software updated. |
| 20000 mi | Secondly battery failed. |
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 2400 mi | Troubleshooting/System/Software Check |
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 449hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 19000 mi | massage function on power seats fixed |
2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 46000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced alternator |
| 52000 mi US $1500 |
Replaced a/c compressor and water pump |
2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 15000 mi | hazard warning switch failed |
| 108000 mi US $1000 |
Blower motor and blower motor regulator replacement |
| 52700 mi C $2000 |
Replacement of both rear proximity sensors and wire harness. - covered under extended warranty |
2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 16443 mi | Passenger side rear mirror would not always return to position after facing down for backup. Replaced mirror motor under warranty. |
2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 111283 mi US $388 |
Left front sidelight was replaced Keyless entry not working for drivers side door. Door handle was painted and replaced. |
| 118512 mi US $325 |
Starter battery was replaced. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 41000 mi | Broken AC valve. |
| 40500 mi | Failed compressor |
| 76000 mi US $47 |
Replaced non functioning power folding drivers mirror |
| 93000 mi | Replaced left rear tire pressure sensor |
| 133000 mi US $300 |
AC lost Freon. Refilled with Freon and due to trace leak. |
| 38000 mi US $2200 |
replaced Command unit. Have 3rd party waranty and total cost to me was $200. |
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 107000 mi US $900 |
Starter replaced |
| 146000 mi £1647 |
Air conditioning |
| 149721 mi | Replaced Alternator |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Engine not specified
| 55180 mi C $2000 |
Alternator replaced, battery replaced, wipers replaced |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 22000 mi | Radio malfunction - Needed amplifier replaced |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 55180 mi ﷼1000 |
replace an electric part to control the driver window up and down replace two wires in the engine replace front and back break pads |
| 35340 mi | Back up camera failed due to pinched cable near trunk. |
| 49600 mi | Heating/Cooling blower motor/relay failed. New blower and relay installed. |
| 69000 mi US $700 |
windshield washer pump replaced |
| 70300 mi US $750 |
Starter Battery Replaced |
| 47000 mi | Window washer pump replaced. Drive side vanity light bulb. Driver side vanity light switch. |
| 54000 mi | Sunroof motor failed, replaced covered under warranty. |
| 172271 mi US $130 |
Driver window inoperative. Update window control module computer. |
| 203576 mi US $252 |
Replace starter battery.Vehicle had intermittent difficulty starting. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 59476 mi US $1780 |
A/C compressor, drier and low pressure A/C hose replaced due to faulty hose which is mentioned in a Mercedes TB but not covered. There is a NEW hose design to correct original defect. A/C compressor, drier and low pressure A/C hose replaced due to faulty hose which is mentioned in a Mercedes TB but not covered. There is a NEW hose design to correct original defect. |
| 78200 mi US $540 |
Bearing on alternator seized up and alternator had to be replaced along with newbelt |
| 82000 mi US $631 |
driver's window stopped working |
| 54400 mi US $1100 |
new blower and blower regulator |
| 157000 mi US $600 |
Blower motor. |
| 128000 mi | HORN REPLACEMENT |
| 43000 mi | SENSORS FOR THE FUEL GAUGE WERE INACURATE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF FUEL WHILE REGISTERING HALF A TANK. THIS POSSIBILITY WAS IN A 2006 TECHNICAL BULLETIN |
| 140330 mi US $91 |
Replace heater control valve (Self) Diagnose problem with recirculation pump |
| 17800 mi | Changed headlight bulb. changed head light bulb |
| 19000 mi | Comand interface issues. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 42900 mi | Driver's seat switch Fitted new switch, programmed software |
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 57339 mi US $130 |
AC quit. 0 pressure. System recharged by the dealer and dye added to try and find leak. no problems with system after that. |
| 84524 mi US $60 |
Voltage regulator was putting out reduced voltage. Brushes were warn and unit replaced. This has fixed the problem |
| 154000 mi US $600 |
Clutch failed on AC compressor. Had to replace the AC compressor, serpentine belt and recharge system. |
2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 36190 mi US $24 |
Replace blower regulator and blower motor |
2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 20000 mi | Replaced entire Instrument cluster and Command Center |
2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 124530 mi | Found bad cabin air temperature sensor. Replaced leads to thermistor in OCP. Drivers seat rear heigh doesn't adjust. Found spill entered drivers seat ECU. Repaired ECU. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
turbocharged 493hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 97000 mi US $235 |
wiper would not properly park in off position |
| 105000 mi | Right rear TPMS intermittent error. Swapped rear wheel well antennas and cleaned all cable connection. OK for 1 week so far. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 59100 mi US $1150 |
Electronic ignition switch replaced. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 169000 mi US $800 |
A/c Compressor replaced |
2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 103000 mi US $1000 |
PSE Pump replaced. Trunk latch (vacuum soft close), Driver side door latch (vacuum soft close) |
| 75000 mi US $400 |
New AC dash fan on right side |
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 88660 mi $20 |
Auxiliary Heater water pump was replaced with one from a merc 124 recirculation pump |
| 130700 mi US $750 |
evaporator temp sensor was replaced. |
| 140000 mi US $2400 |
noisy alternator bearing led to the replacement of the alternator |
2000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 118000 mi US $135 |
My AC was blowing hot air,Vehicle got inspected for AC leaks, none found so they performed an evacuation and recharge of the AC system and added leak detection die. Vehicle got reinspected, no leaks noted. |
2000 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4dr Sedan, ext.
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 75000 mi US $1400 |
starter motor, battery |
| 106000 mi | Door module failed |
| 108000 mi US $504 |
Needed new battery and had door module installed (owner supplied). |
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