2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2018 compare to other S63 years?

S63 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V816000Latches & LocksDecember 18, 2017 · 8,700 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE63S 4Matic Coupe, 2017-2018 GLS550 4Matic, S550 4Matic, 2018 S450, and S63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Consequence

If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 — common questions

Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2018 compare to other S63 years?

Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 have recalls?

2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 — common questions

Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 reliable?

Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 have recalls?

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