2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65.
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 recalls
Electrical system: software · Communication: auto crash notification
NHTSA campaign 21V058000 · reported February 5, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 1,292,258 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
Lane departure: sensing system, camera
NHTSA campaign 18V607000 · reported September 11, 2018 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · 375 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4MATIC and S65 AMG vehicles. The software calibration for the Active Lane Keeping Assist may be incorrect, and as a result, the system may not intervene in the event of an unintended lane departure while traveling faster than 65 miles an hour.
The risk
If the Active Lane Keeping Assist does not intervene as expected above 65 miles per hour, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the multipurpose camera software, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018090008.
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65, the most recent reported on February 5, 2021 (Electrical system: software, Communication: auto crash notification). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65?
There are few or no owner complaints on file for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S65.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026.