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Recall Campaigns
2
Federal recall campaigns
Urgent Safety Directives
0
Zero urgent stop-drive alerts
Affected Subsystems
2
Electrical System, Powertrain & Transmission
Authorized Remedy
100% Free
Mandated dealer repair by law
Federal Safety Campaign Analysis

Executive Recall Findings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) lists 2 official safety recall campaigns for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in AutoUtility's current federal dataset. The primary affected vehicle systems include Electrical System, Powertrain & Transmission. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class belongs to the 7th Generation (W223) platform.

VIN Specificity Notice: Safety recall campaigns apply to specific production date ranges and vehicle identification numbers (VINs). Check your 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov or with an authorized dealer to verify whether a safety repair is open.
Campaign Status & Legal Rights
  • • Federal Authority: Recalls administered under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301.
  • • Free Dealer Remedy: Under federal law, safety defect repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers.
  • • Latest Campaign Filing: Recorded on November 15, 2024.
Federal Directives

Official NHTSA Recall Campaigns (2)

Complete safety campaign filings including defect descriptions, safety hazards, and free dealer remedies

NHTSA Campaign #24V862000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Filed: November 15, 2024

What is defective?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLC 300 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.

Safety Risk / Consequence

Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Free Dealer Remedy

Dealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120005.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA Campaign #24V115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Filed: February 16, 2024

What is defective?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

Safety Risk / Consequence

An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Authorized Free Dealer Remedy

Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Subsystem Scope

Vehicle Systems Involved in Recalls for 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Distribution of official safety recall campaigns across automotive subsystem domains

01 1 CAMPAIGN

Electrical System

Safety campaign directives specifically targeting components within the Electrical System subsystem.

2 Consumer Complaints →
02 1 CAMPAIGN

Powertrain & Transmission

Safety campaign directives specifically targeting components within the Powertrain & Transmission subsystem.

2 Consumer Complaints →
Fleet History

Recall History for Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Official safety recall campaign volume across sibling model years (2015–2026)

Model Year NHTSA Recalls NHTSA Complaints Detailed Report
2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 5 51 View 2015 Recalls →
2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 6 29 View 2016 Recalls →
2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 10 22 View 2017 Recalls →
2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 12 29 View 2018 Recalls →
2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 11 16 View 2019 Recalls →
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 0 7 View 2020 Recalls →
2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 16 34 View 2021 Recalls →
2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 9 46 View 2022 Recalls →
2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 5 12 View 2023 Recalls →
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Current Page 2 6 Current
2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 0 0 View 2025 Recalls →
2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 0 0 View 2026 Recalls →
Consumer Checklist

VIN-Specific Recall Verification

How to confirm whether an individual vehicle requires an authorized safety repair

Safety recall campaigns apply to specific vehicle identification numbers (VINs) and manufacturing date ranges. To verify if your individual vehicle has an uncompleted safety recall:

  • Locate your 17-character VIN on the driver's side door jamb or dashboard.
  • Enter the VIN into the official NHTSA recall lookup at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
  • Contact any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealership to schedule a free remedy appointment.
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline: 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 711)
Related Workstations

Related Official Reports for 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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← 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Overview

Key performance indicators, EPA fuel economy specs, powertrain variants, and summary ratings.

2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Owner Complaints (6) →

NHTSA defect complaints breakdown across all vehicle subsystems and recurring symptoms.

2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Safety & Crash Ratings →

NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test results, driver assistance systems, and rollover ratings.

2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class MPG & Range →

EPA fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual energy cost benchmarks.
Search Intelligence

Quick Answers: Safety Recalls & Federal Directives for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

How many safety recalls are on file for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is associated with 2 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns, affecting systems including Electrical System, Powertrain & Transmission.

A recall campaign listing indicates that a safety defect or noncompliance standard was determined for specific production runs of this vehicle model year.

Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

Are there urgent 'Do Not Drive' or 'Park Outside' directives for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

No official 'Do Not Drive' or 'Park Outside' safety advisories are associated with recall records for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in AutoUtility's current dataset.

Urgent directives apply to critical safety risks; standard recall campaigns require timely inspection and remedy at an authorized dealer.

Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database

Are recall repairs free for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge.

Federal law (49 U.S.C. Chapter 301) requires manufacturers and franchised dealers to provide authorized safety recall repairs at no cost to the vehicle owner. Because campaigns apply to specific production runs and option packages, vehicle owners must verify their 17-character VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or through an authorized dealership to confirm individual applicability.

Source: National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (49 U.S.C. Chapter 301)

Does a recall campaign apply to every 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Not necessarily. Model-year recall campaigns typically apply to specific vehicle production date ranges, assembly plants, or optional equipment packages.

AutoUtility's model-year records describe campaign scope; owners must check their individual 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or through an authorized dealership to confirm if an open recall applies to their specific vehicle.

Source: NHTSA VIN Lookup Service
Official US Government Data Provenance

Recall records published on this page are retrieved directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Safety Recalls Database under 49 U.S.C. 30118.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.