2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S63
2 recalls — 6 complaints
12V557000
Dec 3, 2012
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Due to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
11V493000
Oct 3, 2011
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011, through July 30, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Mot... Read more
Consequence
If all four wheel sensors in the subject vehicles are simultaneously malfunctioning or missing, the TPMS will provide an initial warning, but this warning will not automatically repeat on subsequent ignition cycles, failing to remind the driver that the system is offline. Driving unknowingly with i... Read more
Remedy
Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE
Aug 15, 2024
Incident date: Aug 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz S63. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel filter flange was cracked and needed to be rep... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 6, 2022
Incident date: May 6, 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz S63. The contact stated that upon refueling the vehicle, he smelled a strong gasoline odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 7, 2019
Incident date: Jan 2, 2019
HYDRAULIC HOSE FAILED AND SPRAYED FLUID INSIDE HOOD AND ENGINE. ABC MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON THEN WITHIN A FEW MINUTES CAR STOP. SMOKE AND FUMES CAUSING DIFFICULTY BREATHING AND EYE IRRITATION. COST OVER $1600.00 ON CAR HAVING ONLY 60,000 MILES. 60,000 MAINTENANCE DONE LESS THAN 1 MONTH PRIOR. ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 21, 2017
Incident date: Nov 20, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S63. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A FUEL LEAK UNDER THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. PENSKE MERCEDES-BENZ OF ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 29, 2016
Incident date: Dec 28, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S63. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE ORIGINATED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED ... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Dec 29, 2016
Incident date: Dec 28, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S63. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE ORIGINATED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED ... Read more
Fire
MERCEDES-BENZ S63 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ S63 across all model years (2011–2018).
10
Total Recalls
9
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths