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Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 8 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC, covering model years 2018 to 2020. The 2018 model year drew the most complaints (7), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 7 recall campaigns on file
  • 8 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 3 model years with data (2018–2020)
  • most complaints: 2018 (7 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (4 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V216000 (reported Apr 3, 2026)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints by model year

2 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2018 model year has the most complaints: 7 of 8, or 87.5%. Next come 2019 (1).

Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
201870000
201910000
All model years80000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC components

top 6 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 4 complaints (50.0% of all 8), followed by Air Bags (1) and Forward Collision Avoidance (1).

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints (top 6)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints (top 6)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine450.0%
Air Bags112.5%
Forward Collision Avoidance112.5%
Service Brakes112.5%
Steering112.5%
Unknown or Other112.5%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC recalls

7 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Maybach S 560 4MATIC, newest first. The 7 campaigns cover model years 2018 to 2020. The 2018 model year appears in the most campaigns (6).

  • 7 recall campaigns
  • 1 over-the-air remedy
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC recall campaigns covering each model year
2018: 6 campaigns2019: 5 campaigns2020: 3 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V216000

    Reported

    Power Train › Driveline › Universal Joint

    Model years 2018–2020

    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.

    Consequence:
    A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V854000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars

    Model years 2018–2020

    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.

    Consequence:
    A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 21V058000

    Reported

    Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

    Model years 2018–2020 · Over-the-air fix

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

    Consequence:
    Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 20V173000

    Reported

    Engine

    Model years 2018–2019

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560 and Maybach S560 vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline-engines. Two engine oil plugs may not withstand high engine loads while driving, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak.

    Consequence:
    An engine oil leak can spill on to the road and cause slippery road conditions. Additionally, if the engine runs out of oil it can cause an engine stall while driving. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the engine oil plugs by adding a retaining plate, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060018.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 18V908000

    Reported

    Lane Departure › Lane Keep › Steering Assist; Steering › Electric Power Assist System

    Model year 2018

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG S63 4MATIC coupe, AMG S63 4MATIC sedan, AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet, S450 4MATIC sedan, S560 4MATIC coupe, S560 4MATIC sedan, and Maybach S560 4MATIC vehicles. Due to an incorrect steering boot installation, the Active Steering Assist system may remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.

    Consequence:
    If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the steering boot installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040025.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 18V839000

    Reported

    Seat Belts

    Model year 2019

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG Coupe, E450 Coupe, E53 AMG Cabriolet, S450, S560, E450 Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG Coupe, S450 4Matic, S560 4Matic, S63 AMG and S65 AMG vehicles and Mercedes-Mayback S650 and S560 4 Matic vehicles. A correctly fastened seatbelt may be inaccurately detected as being unfastened, preventing the seat belt pre-tensioners from activating in the event of a crash.

    Consequence:
    If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020012.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 18V407000

    Reported

    Electrical System

    Model year 2018

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S560 and S560 4Matic and Mercedes S450 4Matic, S450, S560, S560 4Matic, and S560 Coupe 4Matic vehicles. The electrical power bars inside the pre-fuse box in the trunk may not have been secured properly.

    Consequence:
    If the power bars are not properly secured, it can cause higher electrical resistance increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, an intermittent contact between the power bars could lead to a loss of vehicle functions. The engine operation, the seat belt functions and the instrument cluster could be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash and injuries.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080001.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC have?

NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC, covering model years 2018 to 2020. The most recent, 26V216000, was reported on April 3, 2026 and is filed under “Power train”. The 2018 model year is covered by the most campaigns (6).

Which Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC model year has the most complaints?

The 2018 model year, with 7 of the 8 complaints in NHTSA’s file (87.5%). The next is 2019 (1). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 4 complaints, or 50.0% of all 8. Air Bags (1) and Forward Collision Avoidance (1) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 8 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.