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2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 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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| Electrical system | 2 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Safety recalls6
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 3, 202626V216000 | Power train: driveline universal jointA sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V216000
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| May 20, 202222V365000 | Electrical system: softwareA disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders… Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V365000
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| Dec 13, 202121V961000 | Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel railA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V961000
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| Jul 12, 202121V527000 | Air bags: sensor side impactAir bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V527000
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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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| Feb 5, 202121V058000 | Electrical system: softwareFailure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 21V058000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: S 450 4matic, S 560 4matic, S 560 4matic Coupe, Amg S63, Amg S65, S 450, S 560, S 560 E. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component9
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
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| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 33 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 11 |
| Engine | 1 | 11 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 11 |
| Visibility | 1 | 11 |
| Steering | 1 | 11 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 11 |
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, merged from NHTSA model names S 560 4MATIC, S-Class, S-Class Cabriolet, S-Class Hybrid.
Latest reports
- Vehicle speed control
“My front drive shaft universal joint just suffered a catastrophic structural fracture while driving, which completely matches NHTSA Recall 26V216.”
- Unknown or other
“While I was driving on the freeway, I heard what sounded like a gunshot. I slowed down and exited the nearest exit.”
- Unknown or other
“While driving down the road I heard a loud explosion that sounded like a gunshot hit my read window. This caused me to jerk the car and almost hit the driving car next to me.”
Other Mercedes-Benz S-Class model years
- 20244 recalls5 complaints
- 202310 recalls10 complaints
- 202210 recalls46 complaints
- 202117 recalls34 complaints
- 20206 recalls9 complaints
- 201913 recalls17 complaints
- 201814 recalls26 complaints
- 201710 recalls20 complaints
- 20167 recalls29 complaints
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Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2020 C-Class12 recalls46 complaints
- 2020 E-Class16 recalls24 complaints
- 2020 Sprinter25 recalls103 complaints
- 2020 GLE-Class36 recalls124 complaints
- 2020 GLC-Class20 recalls80 complaints
- 2020 CLA-Class13 recalls25 complaints
- 2020 Metris8 recalls7 complaints
- 2020 CLS-Class8 recalls6 complaints
- 2020 GLS-Class24 recalls38 complaints
- 2020 GLA-Class5 recalls10 complaints
- 2020 AMG GT12 recalls5 complaints
- 2020 G-Class8 recalls2 complaints
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The most recent, 26V216000 (reported April 3, 2026), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: power train (1), fuel system, gasoline (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Vehicle speed control is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 9 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 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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