2022 Mercedes-Benz S 580
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 580 has 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: while driving on the freeway at approximately 40 mph on may 10, the yellow check engine light came on. i was approximately 200 miles into the current tank of gas, i stopped and checked to make sure the gas cap was properly secured. there were no obvious drivability issues. i immediately dropped the . ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.
45
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.6x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
ENGINE
8 complaints- • While driving on the freeway at approximately 40 mph on May 10, the yellow check engine light came on. I was approximately 200 miles into the current tank of gas, I stopped and checked to make sure the gas cap was properly secured. There were no obvious drivability issues. I immediately dropped the
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The ve
“While driving on the freeway at approximately 40 mph on May 10, the yellow check engine light came on. I was approximately 200 miles into the current tank of gas, I stopped and checked to make sure the gas cap was properly secured. There were no obvious drivability issues. I immediately dropped the ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
BRAKES
7 complaints- • Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH and entering the highway, the vehicle experienced an inadvertent brake failure. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determin
- • Brakes seize when wet. That is, after a car wash or following exposure to rain, the accelerator must be pressed with abnormally greater pressure to get car moving from parked position. Loud, screeching sound emanates when brake releases. This malady continues severally. Resting lightly on brake
“Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
5 complaints- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking with the Active Brake Assist warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle operated normally after the failure. The dealer was contacted and the vehicle was p
- • I was going at 70 miles without any car in the front and abruptly the break assistant activate , that happened twice , yesterday and today , and I am scare because instead of prevent an accident it will be causing one
- • Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin
“The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking with the Active Brake Assist warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle operated normally after the failure. The dealer was contacted and the vehicle was p”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
5 complaints- • Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin
- • While driving on the freeway at approximately 40 mph on May 10, the yellow check engine light came on. I was approximately 200 miles into the current tank of gas, I stopped and checked to make sure the gas cap was properly secured. There were no obvious drivability issues. I immediately dropped the
- • Check engine light came on few occasions. Took to the dealer and told it’s just a false alarm no problems. On the night of sept 12th 2024, I’m my way home I lost the ac cooling all of a sudden. I was only 5 mts from home. Once inside my garage I saw to my horror some smoke coming from under yhe hood
“Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin”
— NHTSA complaint filing
TIRES
3 complaints- • I am an owner of a 2022 Mercedes Benz. The car is equipped with optional 21" AMG wheels paired with Pirelli P Zero MO-S (Mercedes original equipment) tires. P255/35R21 front and P285/30R21 rear. With only 490 miles on the odometer I experienced a catastrophic failure of the front passenger-side t
- • 1. The tires//rims on this vehicle are causing extremely excessive tire blowouts. I have had at least 5 tire blowouts in the last 6 months alone along with 8-10 tire changes due to bubble forming on sidewall. This is a widespread issue on this vehicle in which I have read that many others are als
- • The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580 equipped with Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: PZero PZ4, Tire Size: 255/35/R21, DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased 6 months prior and while observing the vehicle, both the front original tires had bubbles. The vehicle was taken
“I am an owner of a 2022 Mercedes Benz. The car is equipped with optional 21" AMG wheels paired with Pirelli P Zero MO-S (Mercedes original equipment) tires. P255/35R21 front and P285/30R21 rear. With only 490 miles on the odometer I experienced a catastrophic failure of the front passenger-side t”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 45 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: While driving on the freeway at approximately 40 mph on May 10, the yellow check engine light came on. I was approximately 200 miles into the current tank of gas, I stopped and checked to make sure the gas cap was properly secured. There were no obvious drivability issues. I immediately dropped the
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking with the Active Brake Assist warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle operated normally after the failure. The dealer was contacted and the vehicle was p
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: Was driver the car at 35 mph when the automated emergency breaks activated and made the car into a full stop. No cars or anyone was in front of the car. This happed again two days later doing about 30mph with no one around the car. Car had proximity 3000 miles My heads-up display stopped workin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Mercedes-Benz S 580 — Year Comparison
How does 2022 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
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At a Glance
- Complaints
- 45
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 3
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 80
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