2,605 recalls across 322 models
Mercedes-Benz has 207 models with recall activity in our database, spanning 1968 through 2026. Across those models, 986 recall campaigns are recorded, with roughly 74% falling into the Critical or High tiers under the severity rating system, which covers consequences such as loss of vehicle control, fire risk, and serious injury potential. The Sprinter carries the highest recall count at 53, followed closely by the Sprinter 3500 at 49 and the C Class at 47. A recent Critical recall involves the 2018 S 560 4MATIC, where a sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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Top 8 of 22 categories across MERCEDES-BENZ
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
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| Electrical | 431 | 17% | 217 | 99 | 95 | 19 | 1 |
| Body & Latches | 330 | 13% | 66 | 170 | 93 | 0 | 1 |
| Software & Electronics | 277 | 11% | 0 | 10 | 267 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags | 269 | 10% | 111 | 151 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 188 | 7% | 1 | 179 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 145 | 6% | 140 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 125 | 5% | 69 | 33 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| Lighting | 122 | 5% | 2 | 1 | 91 | 27 | 1 |
| Other | 718 | 28% | 238 | 231 | 156 | 79 | 14 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.