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.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 6 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 / 17%)
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 15–24 MPG (11 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| 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.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| PHEV 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
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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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
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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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.
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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