2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S65
1 recalls — 0 complaints — 59 TSBs
17V251000
Apr 11, 2017
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, GLC43 AMG, S550, S550 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65, Mer... Read more
Consequence
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S65
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0L 12-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 13.0 | 22.0 | 16.0 | Premium | $4,300 |
CO2 Emissions: 552.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S65
59 manufacturer communications from 45 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
NCU-OTAcommNoMMC
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (??A?A?MBAG??A?A?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that in certain MY 2017-2021 C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class, SL, and SLC (205, 117, 257, 213/238, 253, 166/292, 190/290,217/2
LI91.18-P-077075
Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
LI82.85-P-076800
Oct 10, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an ext
LI82.85-P-076800
Oct 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an ext
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
NCU-2023050005
Jun 23, 2023
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2014-2020 S-Class (217 and 222 platform) vehicles, the incorrect pilot bushings may have been installed in the f
NCU-2023050005
Jun 23, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2014-2020 S-Class (217 and 222 platform) vehicles, the incorrect pilot bushings may have been installed in the f
LI91.10-P-065540
May 26, 2022
220000 SEATS
Complaint Creaking noise from side bolster when load applied to seat cushion of front seats. Cause Soiling to the replacement fabric of the seat cushion cover means that friction on the seat side finisher mountings generates a creaking n
LI68.05-P-060307
Jan 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the
LI09.00-P-074093
Dec 8, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
LI8270P071024
Aug 27, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20, or MBUX. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names
LI8860P073470
Aug 11, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
LI8860P073470
Aug 11, 2021
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
MIMY2017
Feb 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Model indicator index.
Launch NCU - 202
Jan 7, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Cla
Launch NCU - 202
Jan 7, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Cla
LI54.30-P-072145
Dec 10, 2020
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI54.30-P-072145
Dec 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI27.50-P-071658
Aug 26, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI27.00-P-060741
Aug 24, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Shifting complaints and transmission fault codes in vehicles with transmission 725.0
LI54.10-P-071499
Aug 10, 2020
119320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Xentry Battery Tester results disagree with workshop assessment
LI54.10-P-071499
Aug 10, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Xentry Battery Tester results disagree with workshop assessment
LI82.10-P-062051
Jun 30, 2020
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamps fogged
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
NCU - HVAC Warra
May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
LI27.60-P-071237
May 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
5 to 4 coasting downshift - shift quality concern with cold trans- mission oil on MODEL 217 or 222 in combination with ENGI- NE 278 and TRANSMISSION 722.9 without code 835/498
P-SC-2020020001
Feb 7, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Information Label on Tire Sealant
P-SC-2020020001
Feb 7, 2020
190000 TIRES
Information Label on Tire Sealant
LI35 30-P-058566
Aug 5, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
LI83-70-P-064480
May 22, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
"High-voltage battery warning message" in instrument cluster
LI54-10-P-069831
May 21, 2019
100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Electric range is reduced after brief period
LI82-85-P-069789
May 20, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NTG 5.5 head unit - Browser shows "Fault during authentication" message
LI80.61-P-061174
Mar 31, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Vehicle cannot be opened via Keyless-Go and radio remote control
LI80.61-P-061174
Mar 31, 2015
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Vehicle cannot be opened via Keyless-Go and radio remote control
LI82.70-P-060004
Oct 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
iPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
LI07.08-P-058759
Mar 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine diagnosis warning lamp (check engine light - CEL) lights up in instrument cluster. Fault codes relating to combustion misfiring are logged in the fault memory of the engine control unit. In rare cases the engine may be in a limp-ho
LI42.10-P-058354
Mar 21, 2014
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Squeaking noises from the service brake when braking. The complaint occurs primarily at low speeds when the operating temperature of the brakes is low.
LI01.30-P-058630
Mar 21, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minor leaks at the oil duct of the left or right cylinder head of engines 157, 276 and 278. 1. Left cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole on left beside mechanical vacuum pump. 2. Right cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole below high-press
LI01.30-P-058630
Mar 21, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Minor leaks at the oil duct of the left or right cylinder head of engines 157, 276 and 278. 1. Left cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole on left beside mechanical vacuum pump. 2. Right cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole below high-press
LI32.22-P-058763
Mar 20, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Thumping/rattling/clattering noises from area of rear axle. Primarily, and sometimes only, heard by rear-seat passengers.
LI32.22-P-058343
Mar 17, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
The vehicle drops at the front axle on one or both sides by more than 2 cm overnight.
LI72.10-P-058636
Mar 4, 2014
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Gap between cap and outside door handle is wedge shaped on driver door
LI72.00-P-058634
Mar 4, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Wind noises at the front door above 70 MPH.
LI72.12-P-058637
Mar 4, 2014
130000 VISIBILITY
Rear door quarter window roller blind fails to extend.
LI88.70-P-058639
Mar 4, 2014
130000 VISIBILITY
The outside mirror jolts when retracting/extending and makes a grinding noise.
LI82.62-P-058583
Feb 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Sound system: Intermittent loss of sound after engine start
LI42.10-P-058354
Feb 25, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Squeaking noises from the front axle when braking
LI46.10-P-057961
Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Surface damage on steering wheel trim
LI54.15-P-057918
Feb 14, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The side markers light up continuously.
LI54.10-P-058326
Feb 10, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Display message in instrument cluster "Additional Battery - Service Required"
GI88.40-P-057430
Feb 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
LI27.20-P-055758
Jul 30, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
LI82 95-P-056655
Jul 23, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
LI33.30-P-056665
Jul 18, 2013
010000 STEERING
Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S65 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S65 across all model years (2015–2020).
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Total Recalls
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Total Complaints
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Investigations
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Reported Crashes
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Reported Fires
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Reported Deaths