2012 Mercedes-Benz S63 Problems & Complaints

Few complaints60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the S63 at the same age

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S63 yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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Mercedes-Benz S63 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz S63. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best S63 years: 2012, 2017. Compare all years →

2012 Mercedes-Benz S63 recalls (2)

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA recall 12V-557 · Dec 3, 2012 · 5,800 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011.

Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA recall 11V-493 · Oct 3, 2011 · 158 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011, through July 30, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard…

Remedy: Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.

2012 Mercedes-Benz S63 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
5.5L 8-cyl turbo7-speed automaticRWD15 / 23 / 18

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S63 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S63, the most recent from December 3, 2012 (fuel system, gasoline). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz S63?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012 and 2017. See the full Mercedes-Benz S63 years comparison.

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.