2002 Mercedes-Benz S500 electrical system problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2002 Mercedes-Benz S500 — 56% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes-Benz S500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel and dashboard lights were off. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that his daughter was able to drive the vehicle since the exterior lights were working…”
filed Dec 9, 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mercedes benz s500. The contact stated upon start-up, the instrument cluster went blank. The contact called mercedes-benz of los angeles (1801 s. Figueroa st, los angeles, ca 90015) where they informed him to bring the vehicle to the dealer to be inspected. Upon…”
filed Sep 4, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other S500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 S500 | 21 | 62% |
| 2000 S500 | 31 | 56% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Mercedes-Benz S500
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.