How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 have?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy Mercedes Benz will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560.

Are recall repairs on a 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 free?

Usually. Federal law requires Mercedes Benz to remedy recalls on the 2020 S 560 free of charge at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

NHTSA #22V365000

Reported May 20, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 242,722 vehicles

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

Safety consequence

A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

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.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

NHTSA #21V961000

Reported December 13, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 139 vehicles

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

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.

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT

NHTSA #21V527000

Reported July 12, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 542 vehicles

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG CLS53, E350, E450, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, 2020 S450, S560, G550, AMG GLC63, 2020-2021 GLC300, and AMG G63 vehicles. The side crash sensor connectors may come loose, which could delay the activation of air bags and seatbelts during a side impact crash.

Safety consequence

Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the side impact crash sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021070032/33.

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

NHTSA #21V058000

Reported February 5, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Potentially affected: 1,292,258 vehicles

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Safety consequence

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

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.safercar.gov.

Other Mercedes Benz S 560 model years

Check your 2020 Mercedes Benz S 560 VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Mercedes Benz S 560 at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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