Which Mercedes-Benz S 580 year has the most reported problems?

The 2021 S 580 has the highest Complaint Index at 100, with 33 complaints, 16 recall campaigns, 2 crashes, and 1 death reported to NHTSA.

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 better than earlier years?

NHTSA data shows the 2023 S 580 has a Complaint Index of 0, the lowest of the three years, with only 6 complaints and 5 recalls.

What is the most common problem area for the Mercedes-Benz S 580?

Across all years, Engine and Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues each account for 28% of complaints (18 each), followed by Electrical System at 25% (16 complaints).

Does the Mercedes-Benz S 580 have any 'do not drive' recalls?

Yes, the 2022 S 580 has one 'do not drive' recall listed by NHTSA, the only such recall among the three model years covered.

How many total complaints and recalls exist for the Mercedes-Benz S 580?

NHTSA lists 64 total complaints and 20 recall campaigns across the 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 model years.

Mercedes-Benz S 580 Best and Worst Years (2021–2023)

No specific years are flagged as must-avoid for the Mercedes-Benz S 580. Among 2021-2023, the 2021 model has the highest Complaint Index (100) with 33 complaints and 16 recalls, while 2023 has the lowest index (0) with 6 complaints and 5 recalls.

Model years: 3; 2021–2023
NHTSA complaints: 64
Recall campaigns: 20
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Top problem area: Engine

S 580 Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Mercedes-Benz S 580 problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2021	No verdict	100	33	2	0	16	Electrical System	19.5	—
2022	No verdict	50	25	0	1	7 !	Engine	18.5	—
2023	No verdict	0	6	0	0	5	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	18.5	—

Most common Mercedes-Benz S 580 problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine18 (28%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires18 (28%)
Electrical System16 (25%)
Collision Avoidance & Cameras15 (23%)
Brakes10 (16%)
Other7 (11%)
Fuel System6 (9%)
Transmission & Powertrain6 (9%)
Lane Departure3 (5%)
Visibility & Wipers3 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz S 580 year has the most reported problems?: The 2021 S 580 has the highest Complaint Index at 100, with 33 complaints, 16 recall campaigns, 2 crashes, and 1 death reported to NHTSA.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 better than earlier years?: NHTSA data shows the 2023 S 580 has a Complaint Index of 0, the lowest of the three years, with only 6 complaints and 5 recalls.
What is the most common problem area for the Mercedes-Benz S 580?: Across all years, Engine and Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues each account for 28% of complaints (18 each), followed by Electrical System at 25% (16 complaints).
Does the Mercedes-Benz S 580 have any 'do not drive' recalls?: Yes, the 2022 S 580 has one 'do not drive' recall listed by NHTSA, the only such recall among the three model years covered.
How many total complaints and recalls exist for the Mercedes-Benz S 580?: NHTSA lists 64 total complaints and 20 recall campaigns across the 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 model years.