Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S600 reliable?

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

How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S600 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 Mercedes-Benz S600

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2016 Mercedes-Benz S600
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:05:49.055Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 0
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 0 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2011	0
2012	0
2015	0
2016	0
2017	0

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2017-10-13Steering16V899000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

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2021-01-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2021-10-14 Front Roof Panel Detachment
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2021-09-03Structure21V197000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020...

Remedy: Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge.

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2024-03-22Structure23V854000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.

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Buy-smart checklist

2016 Mercedes-Benz S600 — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V899000 · Steering
Recall 19V787000 · Communication
Recall 21V197000 · Structure
Recall 23V854000 · Structure

FAQ

Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S600 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S600 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.