2001 Mercedes-Benz S430 problems by component
73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S430, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 37 | 51% | 94,000 mi |
| Interior Lighting → | 11 | 15% | 94,500 mi |
| Suspension | 8 | 11% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 8% | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 5% | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 5% | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 4% | — |
| Structure | 3 | 4% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 3% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.