general problems of the 2010 Mercedes Benz S550

Two problems related to steering have been reported for the 2010 Mercedes Benz S550. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/22/2014

The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz S550. While driving 15 mph, the contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn and nearly caused a crash. The contact was only able to steer the vehicle after the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning indicators illuminated at the time of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but diagnostic testing was not performed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/03/2010

When steering wheel is released even for a few seconds, vehicle pulls hard to the right and will put you in the ditch if you are not paying attention. The vehicle should track straight when the steering wheel is released.


Other Steering related problems of the 2010 Mercedes Benz S550



S550 Service Bulletins
S550 Safety Recalls