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2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Other
4Powertrain
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 23, 2016POWER TRAIN,ENGINEI DID SOME RESEARCH ON MERCEDES 3.0L DIESEL MOTORS AND THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE SEAL FAIL...
Mar 22, 2016POWER TRAINWHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE. ENGINE RMP WERE LIMITED TO 1500RPM AND SPEE...
Mar 1, 2012POWER TRAIN2012 MERCEDES S550. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE SLID BACKWARDS IN PARKING LOT *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED ...

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