MYRModel Year Report

2001 Mercedes Benz S600

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2001 Mercedes Benz S600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:35:53.578Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz S600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 5 complaints 2007
2001: 38 complaints
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YearComplaints
19931
19941
19954
19971
200138
200211
20036
20044
20052
20061
20075

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 24%

24% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 16%

16% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ S-600. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL LOWERED THE SUSPENSION ON TO THE TIRES, MAKING THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120411

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 16%

16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 16%

16% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.

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ENGINE OIL COOLER UNDER INTAKE LEAKING OIL DEALERS WANT ALMOST 6000.00 TO REPAIR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181204

INTERIOR LIGHTING 8%

8% of complaints: interior lighting — 3 distinct reports on file.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED. THERE WAS A NHTSA RECALL, # 06V028000, REGARDING THE INTERIOR LIGHTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. *AK UPDATED 10/4/2006 - *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20060811

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040831 — suspension

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CORROSION MAY OCCUR IN THE INNER STEEL PORTIONS OF THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL'S (ABC) HIGH-PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE DUE TO EXTENSIVE EXPOSURE TO HEAT AND HUMIDITY. OVER

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW, CORROSION RESISTANT ABC HIGH-PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 31, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Campaign 04V228000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20051110 — PE (closed 20060208)

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Mercedes Benz S600 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V228000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Mercedes Benz S600 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes Benz S600?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Mercedes Benz S600 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.