2007 Mercedes-Benz S Problems & Complaints

Few complaints

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz S yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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Mercedes-Benz S complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz S. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

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2007 Mercedes-Benz S recalls (2)

Suspension › Front

NHTSA recall 08V-608 · Nov 24, 2008 · 1,515 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 1,515 my 2007 s-class vehicles. The radial knuckle of the front strut May fail. The radial knuckle flaw May occur after significant mileage accumulation combined with exposure to high continuous stress by driving on rough roads.

Remedy: Dealers will check and replace, if necessary, the ball joint(s). The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Electrical system

NHTSA recall 08V-303 · Jul 7, 2008 · 404 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling my 2006-2008 m-class, r-class, my 2005-2009 slk-class, my 2005-2008 c-class, my 2003-2004 and 2006-2008 clk-class, my 2003-2008 e-class, my 2004 and 2008 cl-class, my 2008 cls-class, my 2004 and 2007-2008 s-class, my 2003 g-class, and my 2003-2004, 2006 and 2009 sl-class vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will recode the scn free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2008. Owners May contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

2007 Mercedes-Benz S engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl7-speed automaticRWD18 / 24 / 20
3.0L 6-cyl6-speed manualRWD17 / 25 / 20
3.5L 6-cyl7-speed automaticRWD17 / 23 / 19
3.5L 6-cyl6-speed manualRWD16 / 23 / 19
5.5L 8-cyl7-speed automaticRWD13 / 21 / 16
5.4L 8-cyl7-speed automaticRWD14 / 20 / 16
5.4L 8-cyl supercharged5-speed automaticRWD12 / 17 / 14
5.5L 12-cyl turbo5-speed automaticRWD11 / 18 / 14
6.0L 12-cyl turbo5-speed automaticRWD11 / 18 / 14

EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz S have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz S, the most recent from November 24, 2008 (front). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.