2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#3 most-complained of 3 S 580 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 has 6 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 0, ranking 3rd (best) of 3 model years. It carries 5 recalls, with the top reported issue area being Suspension, Wheels & Tires.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 18.5
- 15.5 city / 25 hwy
Top 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (50%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (33%)
- Fuel System2 (33%)
- Engine1 (17%)
What owners report
- Front or rear Pirelli 255/35R21 tires develop sidewall bubbles or blow out, in some cases repeatedly on the same vehicle.
- Vehicle shuts off unexpectedly at a stop while in Eco mode, with warning signals appearing before it restarts 20-30 seconds later.
- A 'Do Not Drive Car' warning message appeared temporarily at highway speed of 75 MPH, tied to a fuel system recall.
- Distronic adaptive cruise control accelerates and decelerates abruptly, causing jarring rides and prompting evasive action from trailing vehicles.
2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V116000Feb 24, 2025Brakes20,339 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030007.
- NHTSA 24V704000Sep 20, 2024Engine27,190 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ECM):software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.
- NHTSA 24V115000Feb 16, 2024Electrical System31,848 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
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.
Risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
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.
2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15.5 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 18.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,325
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other S 580 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 reliable?
- Among the 3 model years with data, 2023 has the lowest complaint index at 0 and ranks 3rd worst (i.e., best) of the three, with only 6 total complaints logged.
- What is the top problem area for the 2023 S 580?
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires is the top problem area, accounting for 3 of 6 complaints (50%), mostly related to tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts.
- Does the 2023 S 580 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 S 580, covering brakes, engine ECU software, electrical main fuse boxes, and two separate fuel pump/fuel system campaigns.
- How many complaints mention mileage at failure?
- One documented complaint in the Fuel System area lists a median mileage at failure of 4,000 miles, tied to a check engine and 'Do Not Drive Car' warning.
- How does the 2023 S 580 compare to 2021 and 2022?
- 2021 has 33 complaints, 16 recalls, and a complaint index of 100; 2022 has 25 complaints, 7 recalls, and an index of 50; 2023 has 6 complaints, 5 recalls, and an index of 0.