Is the 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC reliable?

The 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC has 10 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC?

Top problems: ENGINE (4 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (2 complaints, avg repair $500); SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT. Contact any Mercedes-maybach dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to insure a 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC is approximately $1,607/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC has 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 10. The most common issue is engine problems (40% of all complaints), specifically: ignition coil failed and cylinder 5 misfired. car has less than 30k miles.. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 6)

ENGINE

4 complaints

40%

• Ignition coil failed and cylinder 5 misfired. Car has less than 30K miles.
• The engine failed while my friend was driving. The car is available for inspection. My friend almost got into a car accident because the car started shaking and the steering wheel closed up before the engine completely failed. Additionally, the airbags did not go off. It could've been a fatal acci
• My 2018 S560 Mercedes occasionally misfires upon acceleration. This has happened at six times over the past three years. When this happens, the engine loses power, starts to shake, and the check engine light comes on. This happened when I was trying to pass a car on US 301 a week ago nearly ca

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Ignition coil failed and cylinder 5 misfired. Car has less than 30K miles.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT03/04/2026

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.

Risk: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,607

Full coverage / month

$134

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-4%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 10 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: Ignition coil failed and cylinder 5 misfired. Car has less than 30K miles.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Driving on interstate 95 in South Carolina in the high speed lane Saturday December 2 2023 late morning. Adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, self driving modes engaged. No traffic in front, large semi truck next to passenger side about equal to side mirror, I believe it was advancing. Car
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: Driving on interstate 95 in South Carolina in the high speed lane Saturday December 2 2023 late morning. Adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, self driving modes engaged. No traffic in front, large semi truck next to passenger side about equal to side mirror, I believe it was advancing. Car
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: The engine failed while my friend was driving. The car is available for inspection. My friend almost got into a car accident because the car started shaking and the steering wheel closed up before the engine completely failed. Additionally, the airbags did not go off. It could've been a fatal acci
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Mercedes-maybach dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Mercedes-maybach S 560 4MATIC — Year Comparison

How does 2018 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2018

10Below Average

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 10
Recalls: 1
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 10

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