Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, suspension, interior lighting, electrical system, visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class?

36 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Mercedes-Benz been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class recalls, newest first

June 12, 2007NHTSA 07V26300019,924 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: On certain vehicles, corrosion may occur in the inner steel portions of the active body control's (abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose.
Consequence: This may result in abc hydraulic fluid leakage near the catalytic converter. Leaking fluid may come in contact with hot engine components and lead to a possible fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install new corrosion resistant abc high pressure distribution hose. The recall began on July 2, 2007. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Components: Engine and engine cooling; Suspension

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 2, 2006NHTSA 06V02800036,911 vehicles potentially affected

Interior lighting

Summary: On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster is experiencing electrical malfunctions. The instrument cluster contains gauges and indicators that must be illuminated whenever the vehicle is in operation.
Consequence: Due to inadequate illumination, the driver will be unable to read the gauges and indicators, such as the speedometer, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster modules. The recall will be conducted in phases. Phase I was mailed out to approximately 7,500 owners on September 29, 2006. Phase II and phase III is scheduled for December 2006. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 13, 2004NHTSA 04V22700054,454 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, during the production process of the blower motor fuse holder, the size of the electric conductor of the holder may be below appropriate tolerances.
Consequence: Consequently, the electric conductor of the blower motor fuse holder may dissipate more heat than the plastic fuse holder was designed to withstand, which could result in overheating of the holder and disabling of the blower motor and the ability to defrost or defog the windshiled in cold or hot and humid weather conditions. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new blower motor fuse holders. The recall began during October 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 16, 2002NHTSA 02V33800065,000 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery

Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, excessive static build-up in the trunk floor mats can cause a static discharge when individuals move or remove items from the trunk compartment.
Consequence: This can damage the electrical system components located in the trunk, including the vehicle's battery.
Remedy: Dealers will install a static insulation panel between the carpet and the vehicle battery which will provide an electrical grounding. Owner notification began February 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 17, 2001NHTSA 01V0140003,400 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sheathing material on the electrical connection of the heated windshield washer bottle hose could overheat.
Consequence: This could cause the surrounding plastic and insulation to melt.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the heated washer bottle hose assembly. Owner notification began January 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Electrical system11
Interior lighting7
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel6
Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash4
Suspension2

Other Mercedes-Benz S Class years

Other 2001 Mercedes-Benz models

Most recalled 2001 vehicles

2001 Honda Civic (27 recalls)
2001 Ford F-150 (19 recalls)
2001 Honda Accord (19 recalls)
2001 Ford Windstar (16 recalls)
2001 Ford Escape (15 recalls)

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Questions

Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, suspension, interior lighting, electrical system, visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S Class?: 36 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.