Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E, the most recent reported on December 15, 2023 (Structure: body, roof and pillars). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E recalls

Structure: body, roof and pillars

NHTSA campaign 23V854000 · reported December 15, 2023 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 2,976 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Unknown or other3
Electrical system2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Steering1
Tires1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 25, 2023 · Electrical system · 73,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the air condition system activated, there was hot air blowing out of the vents. The contact stated that the hot air was blowing out of the vents and the floorboard was soiled with water. The vehicle was taken…

Jun 20, 2018 · Fuel/propulsion system · 164,000 miles
I PURCHASED A LAVISH S550 AND OVER TIME I STARTED SMELLING GAS IN THE CABIN. I DIDN'T THINK TOO MUCH ABOUT IT UNTIL THE SMELL BECAME MORE PUNGENT. I GO ONLINE TO DO SOME RESEARCH AND FIND OUT SOME OF THE CARS HAD FAULTY FUEL PUMPS WHICH LEAK INTO THE BACKSEAT. NOT ONLY DOES IT LEAK BUT THE VAPORS ARE SPREAD THROUGHOUT…

Aug 29, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 40,000 miles
ON 8/29/17 AROUND 11:20 - 11:30AM, I WAS DRIVING ON N270 JUST OFF FROM HOV LANE FROM S495 NEAR MONTROSE EXIT(LITTLE BIT BEFORE), SOME METALLIC ROUND WHEEL TYPE WITH SHARP EDGES AROUND FLEW OVER FROM S270. I TRIED TO AVOID IT BY SWERVE MY CAR BUT IT MUST HAVE LANDED BELOW MY CAR AND SCRATCHED UNDERNEATH WHICH CAUSED MY…

Jul 21, 2016 · Electrical system
VEHICLE FAILS TO GO IN PARK AFTER DRIVING ON THE STREET AND ARRIVING AT THE GROCERY STORE.

Jun 9, 2016 · Unknown or other
MY S550E TRUNK CAN REMAIN UNLOCKED AND SOMETIMES REFUSE TO LOCK - RESULTING IN COMPROMISING THE SECURITY OF THE VEHICLE. THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG IN THE STATE MACHINE TO LOCK THE TRUNK. IF THE VEHICLE IS IN A LOCKED STATE AND THE REMOTE IS USED TO LOCK THE TRUCK - IT FAILS TO DO SO.

Redundant S550E model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	1	7	1	0

All Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E, the most recent reported on December 15, 2023 (Structure: body, roof and pillars). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2015 Mercedes-Benz Redundant S550E complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 25, 2023.