2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class reliability
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class over 5 years — 10 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 13 S-Class years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (17 of 48), then Electrical system (12) and Service brakes (11). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2021 S-Class has 34 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2023 has 12 complaints, 4 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (48 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Left front windows airbag malfunctioned and had to be totally replaced. Airbag shorted internally. Fault code B002111."
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"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 580. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages "Active Brake Assist Functions Currently Limited - See Owner's Manual", "Risk of Vehicle Rolling…"
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"The factory upgrade 21 inch spoke wheels with Pirelli P-Zero low profile tires are averaging a blow out every 800 miles. 5 flats and 2 sidewall blisters in the last 10,000 miles. Pirelli P-Zero 255/35/R21 Front and…"
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"Vehicle: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580 The vehicle is experiencing a severe and violent drivetrain "jolt" or "push" during gear transitions, specifically when shifting from 5th to 6th gear at cruising speeds. On multiple…"
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"While driving a 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S680 at approximately 40 to 65 mph, multiple advanced driver assistance and safety systems suddenly became inoperative at the same time. The vehicle displayed warnings including…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4 DR 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 21V-843 covers certain 2021-2022 S 580 and Maybach S 580 vehicles (9,120 units across those nameplates) where engine control unit software may not meet production specification. A write error related to the immobilizer can stall the vehicle shortly after start, and a restart may not be possible. Dealers update the engine control unit software. NHTSA complaints on 2022 S-Class filings most often name forward-collision avoidance, the electrical system, and service brakes.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class reliable?
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class over 5 years — 10 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 13 S-Class years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The complaints owners file most often name Forward collision avoidance (17 of 48), then Electrical system (12) and Service brakes (11). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 S-Class has 34 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2023 has 12 complaints, 4 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Owners have filed 48 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class with NHTSA.
What oil does a Mercedes-Benz S-Class take?
W222 S 550 lists 0W-30/0W-40/5W-30/5W-40 (~8.5 qt); W223 S 500 lists 0W-40 or 5W-40 (~7.7 qt). Verify the MB approval sheet on the oil container.
What does recall 21V-843 cover on the S-Class?
Certain 2021-2022 S 580 and Maybach S 580 vehicles (9,120 units across those nameplates) where engine wiring may be incorrect—see the NHTSA campaign for the remedy.
Which S-Class generations does this site track?
W222 (2012-2020) and W223 (2021-on).