2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 electrical system problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the "Camera System Unavailable" and "Camera Dirty" messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was initially taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that the failure was…”
filed Apr 30, 2024
“Similar to recall campagn #2017020018 or 17V-078. My car may have a damaged steering column-mounted shift lever module. If the internal circuit board is damaged, moving the shift lever will not select a transmission gear. Both the auto-P function and automatic parking brake will continue to operate…”
filed Jun 19, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- MBUX infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display…Campaign 21V931000 · Nov 29, 2021
Related service bulletins
Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th…
LI72.20-P-075746 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 24, 2026Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑"). • Flashing when…
LI54.71-P-079104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 22, 2026Complaint The following most common complaints may be observed: • Brief connectivity interruptions when using Apple CarPlay over Wi-Fi • Audio cuts out • Device not recognized • No operation possible Cause There are…
LI82.85-P-079088 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 14, 2026Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics. Cause…
LI54.65-P-080132 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 12, 2026
Electrical System problems in other S 580 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 S 580 | 5 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.