Mercedes Benz S Class owners have reported 4 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc rotor (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake sensor (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Disc Rotor problems | |
| Brake Sensor problems | |
| Service Brakes problems |
Mercedes benz s 500 had total brake failure. Vehicle has about 12,000 to 14,000 miles on it. Dealer is trying to blame brake failure on rust on rotors due to lack of use of vehicle. I don't think the manual warns about this. Sounds like a make up story to me. Read details...
I received a bas/esp malfunction on my steering wheel. This is the second tire monitor that has failed on this car. I have contacted mercedes and notified them of the problem. They have offered no assistance in repairing this safety/mechanical failure. Read details...
The contact owns a 2009 Mercedes Benz S Class. The contact was driving 55 mph when a vehicle ahead of him abruptly stopped. The contact applied the brakes as the pedal was applied down to the floorboard and remained. Read details...