2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 vs 2008 Mercedes-Benz S550
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S550 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 81 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz S550 | Mercedes-Benz S550 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 13 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 4 |
| Suspension | 12 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz S550
2008 Mercedes-Benz S550
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.