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Model year

2018 Mercedes-Benz S63

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (71)
Recall campaigns covering this model year18,700 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63

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Recall campaigns for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
17V-816Dec 18, 2017Rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not beLatches and locks8,700Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    71 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • LI72.20-P-075746 Mar 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded so that the tail…
    • NCU-OTAcommNoMMC Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG (âMBAGâ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that in certain MY 2017-2021 C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class, SL, and SLC (205, 117, 257, 213/238, 253, 166/292, 190/290,217/222, 231, 172) vehicles, the…
    • LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ⢠Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat belt buckle). ⢠Light init…
    • LI82.85-P-076800 Oct 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an extended period of t…
    • LI82.85-P-076799 Aug 18, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is stored for "atpServ…
    • NCU-HU SW Update Aug 28, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles, the communication mod…
    • NCU-2023050005 Jun 23, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) 2014-2020 S-Class (217 and 222 platform) vehicles, the incorrect pilot bushings may have been installed in the front axle tension struts.…
    • LI20.10-P-072886 Aug 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate wit…
    • SC-2022070004 Aug 11, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) 2028-2021 S-Class, S-Class Coupe/Cabriolet (217 and 222 platforms) vehicles, the low pressure fuel line does not correspond to the curr…
    • LI91.10-P-065540 May 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint Creaking noise from side bolster when load applied to seat cushion of front seats. Cause Soiling to the replacement fabric of the seat cushion cover means that friction on the seat side finisher mountings generates a creaking noise. Remedy 1.…
    • LI54.10-P-071499 Mar 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY …
    • LI68.05-P-060307 Jan 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the range between the…
    • LI68.05-P-060306 Jan 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed in the garage. 2…
    • LI09.00-P-074093 Dec 8, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 – Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
    • LI8860P073470 Aug 11, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
    • LI8270P071024 Aug 27, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20, or MBUX. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names.
    • LI9110P0633475 Nov 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Map pocket on front seat backrest trim does not close.
    • LI8370P0644803 Aug 11, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      High voltage battery warning message in instrument cluster.
    • LI8285P0633424 Nov 29, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
    • LI8285P0633423 Aug 25, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
    • LI1830P0597123 Aug 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
    • LI8220P073063 Jun 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Touch pad: Search lighting does not dim or does not turn on.
    • LI54.30-P-072145 Dec 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
    • LI82.85-P-071453 Jul 31, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
    • LI54.10-P-071499 Aug 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Xentry Battery Tester results disagree with workshop assessment
    • LI27.50-P-071658 Aug 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
    • LI27.00-P-060741 Aug 24, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Shifting complaints and transmission fault codes in vehicles with transmission 725.0
    • LI82.10-P-062051 Jun 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Headlamps fogged
    • LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Check housing cover …
    • LI27.60-P-071237 May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      5 to 4 coasting downshift - shift quality concern with cold trans- mission oil on MODEL 217 or 222 in combination with ENGI- NE 278 and TRANSMISSION 722.9 without code 835/498
    • P-SC-2020020001 Feb 7, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Label on Tire Sealant
    • SC-2019070001 Jan 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Update Engine Control Unit Software
    • SC-2019060011 Jan 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software
    • LI82 95-P-056655 Jul 23, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
    • LI33.30-P-056665 Jul 18, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
    • LI27.20-P-055758 Jul 30, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acceleration" e.g. du…
    • LI88.70-P-058639 Mar 4, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The outside mirror jolts when retracting/extending and makes a grinding noise.
    • LI82.62-P-058583 Feb 27, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Sound system: Intermittent loss of sound after engine start
    • LI72.12-P-058637 Mar 4, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rear door quarter window roller blind fails to extend.
    • LI72.10-P-058636 Mar 4, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Gap between cap and outside door handle is wedge shaped on driver door
    • LI72.00-P-058634 Mar 4, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Wind noises at the front door above 70 MPH.
    • LI42.10-P-058354 Mar 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Squeaking noises from the service brake when braking. The complaint occurs primarily at low speeds when the operating temperature of the brakes is low.
    • LI32.22-P-058763 Mar 20, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Thumping/rattling/clattering noises from area of rear axle. Primarily, and sometimes only, heard by rear-seat passengers.
    • LI32.22-P-058343 Mar 17, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The vehicle drops at the front axle on one or both sides by more than 2 cm overnight.
    • LI07.08-P-058759 Mar 24, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine diagnosis warning lamp (check engine light - CEL) lights up in instrument cluster. Fault codes relating to combustion misfiring are logged in the fault memory of the engine control unit. In rare cases the engine may be in a limp-home mode. Otherwis…
    • LI01.30-P-058630 Mar 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Minor leaks at the oil duct of the left or right cylinder head of engines 157, 276 and 278. 1. Left cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole on left beside mechanical vacuum pump. 2. Right cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole below high-pressure pump housing.
    • LI54.15-P-057918 Feb 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The side markers light up continuously.
    • LI54.10-P-058326 Feb 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Display message in instrument cluster "Additional Battery - Service Required"
    • LI46.10-P-057961 Feb 18, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Surface damage on steering wheel trim
    • LI42.10-P-058354 Feb 25, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Squeaking noises from the front axle when braking
    • LI32.22-P-058343 Jan 31, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The vehicle drops at the front axle on one or both sides by more than 2 cm overnight.
    • LI32.22-P-058342 Jan 31, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Creaking noises from the area of the air suspension strut on the front axle when driving over bumps with the steering turned. Topic only reported from outer wheel until now.
    • GI88.40-P-057430 Feb 3, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
    • LI82.85-P-059356 Jul 8, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The animation in individual vehicle settings such as, e.g. mirror folding function or seat belt adjustment is missing. Note: The functions of these vehicle settings are not affected.
    • LI80.20-P-059363 Jul 12, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The trunk lid sometimes does not open completely and does not close (completely). This complaint is accompanied by the following symptoms: - Illumination of the trunk lid control button (S62/26) fails. - The ACTUAL value* of the trunk lid lock main catch…
    • LI68.20-P-059330 Jul 3, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      When on rough roads and with side loads applied to the center console (leg support) cracking noise may occur in the transition between the instrument panel and the center console.
    • LI35 30-P-058566 Aug 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
    • LI33 30-P-056665 Aug 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
    • LI72 40-P-069934 Jun 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Outside mirror folding out/in nonfunctional
    • LI54-10-P-069831 May 21, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Electric range is reduced after brief period
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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