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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is associated with 6 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER, accounting for 1 reports (17% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 11 certified vehicle configurations spanning all-electric, 3L 6-Cyl hybrid, 4L 8-Cyl hybrid, and 6l 12-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 15 to 24 MPG combined. All-electric variants deliver up to 96 MPGe with an estimated range of 345 miles. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class belongs to the 7th generation (W223) S-Class platform spanning model years 2021–2026.

Platform Architecture: 7th Generation (W223) • Production Span: 2021–2026 • Platform Code: MRA II • Lifecycle Note: Initial Launch (2021–2026)
Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 6 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 / 17%)
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 15–24 MPG across 11 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
EQS 580 4matic 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 95 MPGe 98 MPGe 96 MPGe 345 mi $800 / yr
EQS 580 4matic (SUV) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 87 MPGe 83 MPGe 85 MPGe 330 mi $900 / yr
EQS 680 4matic Maybach (SUV) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 82 MPGe 83 MPGe 82 MPGe 321 mi $950 / yr
EQS 680 4matic Maybach (SUV) 100% Electric Electric Motor All-Wheel Drive Automatic (A1) 75 MPGe 77 MPGe 76 MPGe 280 mi $1,000 / yr
S500 4matic Hybrid 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 21 MPG 31 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
GLS450 4matic Hybrid 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 / yr
S580 4matic Maybach Hybrid 4L 8-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 / yr
S580 4matic Hybrid 4L 8-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 / yr
GLS580 4matic Hybrid 4L 8-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $4,750 / yr
GLS600 4matic Maybach Hybrid 4L 8-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $4,750 / yr
Maybach S680 4matic 6L 12-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd 12 MPG 20 MPG 15 MPG — $5,050 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 345 miles on a single battery charge.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
4 DR AWD —
PHEV 4 DR AWD —
4 DR RWD —
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Summary of 6 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
6
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
0
Total Injuries
0

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 complaint
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 complaint
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS 1 complaint
Tires 1 complaint
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 1 complaint

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

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Are there open safety recalls on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #24V862000 Active Recall
Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLC 300 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120005.
NHTSA Campaign #24V115000 Active Recall
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.
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How many safety recalls does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is associated with 2 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

NHTSA records list 6 consumer defect complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER, appearing in 1 filings (17% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class range from 15 to 24 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

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Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.