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Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
NewRisk. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATICProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-862 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Power train
1Service brakes
1Electrical system
1Tires
1Vehicle speed control
1Wheels
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Driveline: differential unit
Risk. Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2024 vs. every other S 580 4MATIC year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the S 580 4MATIC median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What S 580 4MATIC owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I lease a 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580 4MATIC, currently at 22,527 miles. I have recurring braking and transmission concerns. Before the XXX service visit, I experienced increased brake-pedal travel and pressure needed to slow and stop, compared with earlier in the lease. The recent episode occurred in…
I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivability issue with my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580. The vehicle has been experiencing a harsh, abnormal shift between approximately 3rd and 4th gear at around 25–35 mph during normal acceleration. The shift feels like a sudden jerk or hesitation and does not…
While driving my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580, I have experienced multiple serious safety issues affecting both the power train and the wheels/tires. 1.Power Train / Transmission Failure: On two separate occasions at freeway speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost all power and came to a complete stop in the…
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