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2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component6
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Structure | 2 |
| Communication | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
Safety recalls6
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 15, 202323V854000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V854000
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| Mar 19, 202121V197000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsThe adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 21V197000
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| Nov 1, 201919V787000 | CommunicationAn inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 19V787000
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| Dec 14, 201616V899000 | Steering: electric power assist systemIf the control unit pins lose connection, there would be a loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V899000
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| Oct 14, 201515V652000 | Electrical system: softwareThe vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the ECO-Start-function. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V652000
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| Nov 20, 201313V576000 | Seat belts: front anchorageIf the seat belt anchor comes loose, in the event of a crash, the occupant may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V576000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg S63, S550. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component25
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 5 | 20 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 12 |
| Steering | 3 | 12 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 8 |
| Suspension | 2 | 8 |
| Power train | 2 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 8 |
| Air bags | 2 | 8 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 8 |
| Visibility | 2 | 8 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 4 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4 |
7 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Seat belts
“We almost got into crash the other day, our 8-year-old kid got our attention that rear seatbelt got very loose and did NOT retract back at all. he almost hit his head.”
- Engine and engine cooling
“The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz S550. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated.”
- Unknown or other
“Unknown”
Other Mercedes-Benz S-Class model years
- 201814 recalls26 complaints
- 201710 recalls20 complaints
- 20167 recalls29 complaints
- 20159 recalls51 complaints
- 20146 recalls25 complaints
- 20122 recalls13 complaints
- 20112 recalls19 complaints
- 20100 recalls33 complaints
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2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The most recent, 23V854000 (reported December 15, 2023), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls for?
The largest group is structure, with 2 campaigns. Others: communication (1), steering (1), electrical system (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 25 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
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