2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 Problems & Complaints

Better than average60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the S550 at the same age

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 60% fewer than a typical S550 model year at the same age, making the 2013 one of the better S550 years. The most reported problem area is the wheels & tires (2 complaints, typically around 34,000 miles).

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Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 problems

  • Wheels & tires~34,000 miles
    229%
  • Lights~72,000 miles
    229%
  • Body & structure~4,000 miles
    114%
  • Steering~15,000 miles
    114%
  • Electrical system~34,000 miles
    114%
  • Engine & cooling~63,000 miles
    114%
  • Other / not specified
    114%

Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz S550 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz S550. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best S550 years: 2012, 2011, 2013. Years to avoid: 2015, 2007, 2016, 2014, 2017. Compare all years →

2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
4.7L 8-cyl turbo7-speed automaticRWD15 / 25 / 19

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 a good car?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 S550 rates better than average: 60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the S550 at the same age. It is one of the best S550 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550?

The wheels & tires — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the lights (2) and body & structure (1).

How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz S550?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2011 and 2013. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2015, 2007, 2016, 2014 and 2017. See the full Mercedes-Benz S550 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2013 Mercedes-Benz S550 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 34,000 miles; 67% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.