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2015 Mercedes-Benz S550E recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550E. The most recent was reported on December 15, 2023.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
December 15, 202323V-854Structure: body, roof and pillars2,976
November 1, 201919V-787Communication24,226
November 24, 201515V-796Hybrid propulsion system52
October 13, 201515V-647Fuel system, gasoline: delivery4

Recall details

Structure: body, roof and pillars

December 15, 2023 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 23V-854

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.

Communication

November 1, 2019 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 19V-787

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

Hybrid propulsion system

November 24, 2015 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 15V-796

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 S550 Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 24, 2015, to June 12, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a high voltage onboard charger that may not have been built to specification, and as a result, the charging function for an external charging cable might not function and the onboard charger may incorrectly detect a charging cable, even while the vehicle is being driven.

Risk: If the charging cable is incorrectly detected and the vehicle is stopped or moving at a very slow speed, the vehicle may unexpectedly shift to park, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the onboard charger, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery

October 13, 2015 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 15V-647

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 S550 Hybrid vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013 to April 22, 2015. In the affected vehicles, after driving in electric mode, the fuel pump output may be insufficient to restart the gasoline engine and the vehicle will stall.

Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel system control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz S550E

All Mercedes-Benz S550E recalls · All Mercedes-Benz recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550E have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550E, the most recent reported on December 15, 2023. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550E?

Structure (1), Communication (1), Hybrid propulsion system (1), Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.