2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC recalls and problems
1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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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.
2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC recalls
Power train: driveline, universal joint
NHTSA campaign 26V216000 · reported April 3, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 24,092 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
The risk
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Unknown or other2
Vehicle speed control1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 7, 2026 · Vehicle speed control
My front drive shaft universal joint just suffered a catastrophic structural fracture while driving, which completely matches NHTSA Recall 26V216. Even though my VIN falls just outside the official database cut-off date, the identical supplier defect just destroyed my drive shaft. My car production date is just 5…
May 7, 2026 · Unknown or other
While I was driving on the freeway, I heard what sounded like a gunshot. I slowed down and exited the nearest exit. After checking my vehicle windows and seeing no damage, I got out of my car and noticed the front sunroof panel glass had shattered. I am not sure how this can happen.
Does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC, the most recent reported on April 3, 2026 (Power train: driveline, universal joint). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (2 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (1).
How many 2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 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 October 7, 2026.