2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg S65: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg S65: 4 recalls, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #15V657000 · 2015 · 2,580 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 s550 4matic coupe, amg s63 4matic coupe, and amg s65 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2014, to April 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, left-side front seat belts May have been installed on the right-side and vice versa. As a result, the installation angle May be incorrect, affecting the seat belt locking behavior. Additionally, the child seat…
Why it matters: If the seat belt is installed improperly, it May not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the seat belts, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2015. Mbusa's recall number is 2015100002.
Communication Vehicle recall #19V787000 · 2019 · 24,226 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that May cause the date and time for the emergency call system (ecall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19v787-4620.pdf
Why it matters: An inaccurate vehicle location May delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa has initiated an over the air (ota) remote update. Mbusa will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful ota or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #21V197000 · 2021 · 15,096 vehicles
What's wrong: The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof May not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.
Why it matters: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mercedes-benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #23V854000 · 2023 · 2,976 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to mbusa's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof May not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.
Why it matters: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg S65 so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg S65 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg S65. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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