MYRModel Year Report

2004 Mercedes Benz S600

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2004 Mercedes Benz S600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:35:56.023Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz S600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 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 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 5 complaints 2007
2004: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19931
19941
19954
19971
200138
200211
20036
20044
20052
20061
20075

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ S600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HYDRAULIC HOSE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT BOTH THE ABC HOSE AND PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141114

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: interior lighting.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ S600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141229

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES BENZ S600. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL FAILED AND CAUSED THE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO LEAK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110926

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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ELECTRIC CONSUMERS ONLINE CONSTANTLY COMES IN DASHBOARD AND MALFUNCTION MEMORY NOMALFUNCTION AND BATTERY LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON

NHTSA ODI report, 20180529

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 20070814 — PE (closed 20071120)

AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Mercedes Benz S600 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for interior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V228000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Mercedes Benz S600?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 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.