2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 has 5 recalls, the most serious involving a fuel pump that can shut down without warning, cutting engine power while driving and raising the risk of a crash.

A separate engine control software issue can compound the risk: if the engine's Camtronic variable valve system fails mechanically, the software may allow the engine to overheat or stall rather than shut down safely, and an overheating engine can lead to a fire. On the brake side, the front brake hoses can rupture and leak fluid, which extends stopping distances when you need them most. There is also an electrical concern involving 80-amp fuses that were made incorrectly and can fail unexpectedly, potentially cutting drive power or disabling critical systems like the airbags and instrument cluster all at once. Because the fuel pump shutdown defect was filed under more than one campaign, prior repair attempts may not have fully resolved the issue for all affected vehicles, so owners should confirm their specific vehicle's status by VIN.