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2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

HybridGas

Large Cars
4 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11

Safety Signal

77 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record

Recalls1 critical2

Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA3

Crash ratingNHTSA overall—

Fuel economybest combined, EPA24 mpg

2027 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large car with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the S500 4matic, is EPA-rated at 24 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of C. Owners have filed 3 complaints, most often about the power train.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Configuration	Powertrain	Drive	Engine / motor	City	Hwy	Comb	Annual fuel*
S500 4matic	Hybrid	AWD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo + 48V Li-Ion	21	31	24	$3,250
S580 4matic	Hybrid	AWD	4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 48V Li-Ion	18	27	21	$3,700
S580 4matic Maybach	Hybrid	AWD	4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 48V Li-Ion	18	26	21	$3,700
Maybach S680 4matic	Gas	AWD	6.0L 12-cyl turbo	12	20	15	$5,150

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 47584, 47248, 47247, 47585.

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Recalls (2)

Source: NHTSA recall database

▲high

Power Train

2024120005

3 vehicles

ProblemMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLC 300 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.RiskDriveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.FixDealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120005.

NHTSA campaign 24V862000reported Nov 15, 2024Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

!critical

Electrical System

2024030008

31,848 vehicles

ProblemMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.RiskAn 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.FixDealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

NHTSA campaign 24V115000reported Feb 16, 2024Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database

3complaints filed

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire · 0 injuries · 0 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2025: 1 · 2026: 2

Most-cited components

Power Train2

Suspension1

Wheels1

Electrical System1

Vehicle Speed Control1

Tires1

What owners describe

“I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivability issue with my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580. The vehicle has been experiencing a harsh, abnormal shift between approximately 3rd and 4th gear at around 25â€“35 mph during normal acceleration. The shift feels like a sudden jerk or hesitation and does not feel consistent with…”Feb 20, 2026 · Power Train · NHTSA owner report

“While driving my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580, I have experienced multiple serious safety issues affecting both the power train and the wheels/tires. 1.Power Train / Transmission Failure: On two separate occasions at freeway speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost all power and came to a complete stop in the middle of the lane. I…”Oct 22, 2025 · Suspension · NHTSA owner report

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP

NHTSA has not published 5-Star crash ratings for this model year.

Other S-Class model years

2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

0 recalls · 0 complaints

2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

0 recalls · 0 complaints

2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

1 recalls · 2 complaints

2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

8 recalls · 10 complaints

2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

9 recalls · 44 complaints

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

17 recalls · 34 complaints

2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

6 recalls · 8 complaints

2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

13 recalls · 17 complaints

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

14 recalls · 26 complaints

2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

10 recalls · 20 complaints

2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

7 recalls · 29 complaints

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.

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