2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600 has 0 complaints and 88 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety components and software, as reflected in the recall data.
The vehicle has numerous recalls affecting a variety of systems, including communication modules, door locks, and seat belt pretensioners.
Recalls- Communication module software. Recall 21V058000 affects 1,292,258 vehicles including 2017 S600 models. The software for the emergency call system may fail to transmit the correct vehicle location after a crash. This flaw increases the risk of emergency responders arriving at an incorrect location. Mercedes-Benz will update the software free of charge via dealer or over-the-air updates.
- Rear passenger door lock. Recall 17V816000 impacts 8,700 vehicles including the 2017 S600. The left rear door may indicate it is locked when it is not. This defect fails to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 206 and can result in the door opening unintentionally, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the door lock if needed at no cost.
- Front seatbelt pretensioners. Recall 17V251000 covers 12,743 vehicles including the 2017 S600. The pretensioners may fail to operate correctly in a crash, compromising occupant restraint. This defect violates FMVSS 208 and 209. Dealers will replace the front seat belts free of charge.
Owners who face repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety-related defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting legal resources or consumer protection agencies is advised.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600 Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
1313701
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600
12743 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, GLC43 AMG, S550, S550 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S600
8700 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE63S 4Matic Coupe, 2017-2018 GLS550 4Matic, S550 4Matic, 2018 S450, and S63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Risk: If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.