2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S63
1 recalls — 0 complaints — 94 TSBs
17V816000
Dec 18, 2017
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Co... Read more
Consequence
If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S63
94 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 3 |
LI72.20-P-075746
Mar 11, 2024
119700 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUEL CELL
Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded
LI72.20-P-075746
Mar 11, 2024
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded
LI72.20-P-075746
Mar 11, 2024
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded
LI72.20-P-075746
Mar 11, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded
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
NCU-HU SW Update
Aug 28, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles,
NCU-HU SW Update
Aug 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles,
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
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
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
LI20.10-P-072886
Aug 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains saf
SC-2022070004
Aug 11, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2028-2021 S-Class, S-Class Coupe/Cabriolet (217 and 222 platforms) vehicles, the low pressure fuel line does not c
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
LI54.10-P-071499
Mar 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt bat
LI68.05-P-060306
Jan 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed
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
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
LI8860P073470
Aug 11, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
LI8220P073063
Jun 16, 2021
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
Touch pad: Search lighting does not dim or does not turn on.
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
LI82.85-P-071453
Jul 31, 2020
340000 COMMUNICATION
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
LI82.85-P-071453
Jul 31, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
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
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
SC-2019060011
Jan 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software
SC-2019060011
Jan 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine electronics (ME-SFI) control unit software
SC-2019070001
Jan 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update Engine Control Unit Software
SC-2019070001
Jan 10, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update Engine Control Unit Software
LI35 30-P-058566
Aug 5, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
LI33 30-P-056665
Aug 5, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI33 30-P-056665
Aug 5, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI72 40-P-069934
Jun 27, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Outside mirror folding out/in nonfunctional
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
LI07 61-P-067717
Mar 2, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BR213/BR222 E63/S63 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's
P-SC-2017080006
Mar 2, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update fuel system control unit (FSCU) software
2018010007
Feb 16, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Update HERMES control unit software
LI82 20-P-067107
Oct 5, 2017
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
LED light on thermal cup holder in rear passenger compartment of BR 222 flickers
LI82 20-P-067107
Oct 5, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
LED light on thermal cup holder in rear passenger compartment of BR 222 flickers
LI82 20-P-067107
Oct 5, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
LED light on thermal cup holder in rear passenger compartment of BR 222 flickers
LI82 20-P-067044
Sep 19, 2017
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
Partial operation of interior ambient lighting
LI07.61-P-067717
May 8, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BR213, 217, 222 [E63/S63] Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's
LI91.10-P-065541
Jan 13, 2017
220000 SEATS
Friction noise on left side of stretch cover for both driver seat backrests when deflating dynamic seat
LI8285P0633424
Nov 29, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
LI9110P0633475
Nov 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map pocket on front seat backrest trim does not close.
LI8285P0633423
Aug 25, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
LI8370P0644803
Aug 11, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
High voltage battery warning message in instrument cluster.
LI1830P0597123
Aug 5, 2016
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
LI1830P0597123
Aug 5, 2016
061530 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS
Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
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
LI80.20-P-059363
Jul 12, 2014
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
The trunk lid sometimes does not open completely and does not close (completely). This complaint is accompanied by the following symptoms: - Illumination of the trunk lid control button (S62/26) fails. - The ACTUAL value* of the trunk li
LI80.20-P-059363
Jul 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The trunk lid sometimes does not open completely and does not close (completely). This complaint is accompanied by the following symptoms: - Illumination of the trunk lid control button (S62/26) fails. - The ACTUAL value* of the trunk li
LI82.85-P-059356
Jul 8, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The animation in individual vehicle settings such as, e.g. mirror folding function or seat belt adjustment is missing. Note: The functions of these vehicle settings are not affected.
LI68.20-P-059330
Jul 3, 2014
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
When on rough roads and with side loads applied to the center console (leg support) cracking noise may occur in the transition between the instrument panel and the center console.
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"
LI32.22-P-058342
Jan 31, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Creaking noises from the area of the air suspension strut on the front axle when driving over bumps with the steering turned. Topic only reported from outer wheel until now.
LI32.22-P-058343
Jan 31, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
The vehicle drops at the front axle on one or both sides by more than 2 cm overnight.
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 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