2002 Mercedes-Benz S55Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2002 Mercedes-Benz S55, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 1, 2023. Updated daily.
Where the 2002 Mercedes-Benz S55 has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2002 Mercedes-Benz S55 recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2002 vs. every other S55 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 S55 median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
What S55 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
ABC high pressure hose blew off while driving at low speed made a loud popping sound abc light came on with message drive carefully and fluid came pouring out
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MERCEDES BENZ S55. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL HOSE HAD BECOME DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ACTIVE…
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