2015 Hyundai Genesis vs 2015 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 | 2015 Hyundai Genesis | 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 289 | 41 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 131 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 34,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Genesis | Mercedes-Benz S550 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 110 | 5 |
| Engine | 41 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 43 | 0 |
| Steering | 29 | 4 |
| Structure | 20 | 5 |
| Power Train | 22 | 1 |
| Wheels | 12 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
2015 Hyundai Genesis
2015 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.