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2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Electrical
12
Powertrain
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 1, 2015POWER TRAINTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MERCEDES BENZ S430. WHILE IN PARK, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE VE...
Mar 30, 2012POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESTOOK MY CAR TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF PEMBROKE, PINES FLORIDA I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER LAST MO MERCEDE...
Mar 16, 2005POWER TRAIN,INTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMI LEASED A NEW MERCEDES BENZ S430 DURING DECEMBER 2004 FROM WALTER'S MB IN RIVERSIDE, CA. PROBLEMS W...

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