2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg: 5 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 16 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #16V760000 · 2016 · 996 vehicles
What's wrong: The low beam headlights on the affected vehicles May not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: If the low-beam headlights are out of adjustment, the driver's visibility May be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V829000 · 2016 · 672 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt extenders on the affected vehicles May not retract as intended and May potentially break the event of a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the seat belt extender does not retract and/or the extender breaks, the seat occupant May not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-December 2016.
Steering Vehicle recall #17V714000 · 2017 · 72 vehicles
What's wrong: A transistor within the power steering control unit May overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
Why it matters: If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #17V816000 · 2017 · 8,700 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear passenger door on the driver side May indicate that it is locked, when it May not be. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Why it matters: If the door appears to be locked, the door May be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V058000 · 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Failure of the ecall system May result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 21 | 16 | Premium |
| 6.0 L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 21 | 16 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (6.0 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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