Visibility Problems of Mercedes Benz S550

Mercedes Benz S550 owners have reported 10 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's sun/moon roof assembly (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Mercedes Benz S550


Recently reported Visibility problems of Mercedes Benz S550

The Wiper problem

I'm reporting a problem that can cause the vehicle to catch on fire. During cold temperatures the heated windshield will turn on and the car will catch on fire.   Read details...

The Sun/moon Roof Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2017 mercedes-benz S550. The contact stated while driving 60 mph and closing the sunroof, he heard a cracking sound and the sunroof failed to close properly. The contact stated he attempted to open and close the sunroof however, the sunroof only partially closed.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

2007 mercedes-benz S550v seat belts keep locking and can not be used. Consumer states that the vehicle also have problems with the transmission, windshield wipers, and radio. The passenger seatbelt would lock and could not be used.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

2017 Mercedes Benz S550. Consumer writes in regards to damaged windshield. The consumer stated the windshield continues to crack. The windshield had to be repaired 3 times in 3 months. The dealer was notified and did not offer any assistance stating the failures were bad luck.   Read details...

The Exterior Rearview Mirror problem

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz S550. While driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle downshifted and suddenly there was a hard shift when the accelerator pedal was depressed or when stopped at a traffic light. The contact also noticed that there was a loud noise near the rear of the vehicle.   Read details...




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