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2021 Mercedes Benz S 560

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

13

13 current

Combined

12L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,720

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Other

Transport Canada recall 2024641 · manufacturer campaign 5496439

25 October 2024

Transport Canada lists: S 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, a software problem could cause the emergency calling (eCall) system not to work properly when there's a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

Why it matters

If the eCall system doesn't work in an emergency situation, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the communication module software.

9 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2023672 · manufacturer campaign 4790205

15 December 2023

Transport Canada lists: Amg 2021–2024 · C 2021–2024 · Class 2021–2024 · CLS 2021–2024 · and 8 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada recall 2023-353.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel delivery module.

7,531 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2023353 · manufacturer campaign 4790205 / 4790206 / 4790207

23 June 2023

Transport Canada lists: Amg 2021–2023 · C 2021–2023 · Class 2021–2023 · CLS 2021–2023 · and 9 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel delivery module.

18,461 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2023169 · manufacturer campaign 6290102

24 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: S 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the engine compartment firewall may not be sealed correctly. This could allow water to leak inside the vehicle. If this happens, electrical components could short circuit. This could also affect the Pre-Safe system or cause the vehicle not to start. Note: If this issue is present in your vehicle, you may notice wet carpets in the driver or passenger footwell and fogged windows.

Why it matters

A short circuit could cause emergency systems not to work, which could increase the risk of injuries in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to reseal the front wall.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2022367 · manufacturer campaign 5497322

8 July 2022

Transport Canada lists: Eqs 2021–2022 · Maybach 2021–2022 · S 2021–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the MBUX multimedia system software.

482 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2022263 · manufacturer campaign 5498816

20 May 2022

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2022 · Amg 2019–2022 · Cla 2019–2022 · Class 2019–2022 · and 10 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not work properly when there is a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

Why it matters

If the eCall system does not work in an emergency situation, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

49,728 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2022140 · manufacturer campaign 5496315

25 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Class 2021–2022 · CLS 2021–2022 · E 2021–2022 · Eqs 2021–2022 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the DISTRONIC driver assistance system might not detect when the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel. If the driver has a medical emergency (and is unable to drive or loses consciousness), the active emergency stop assist and emergency call functions would not activate. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a heated leather steering wheel.

Why it matters

If the active emergency stop and emergency call features do not work in an emergency situation, there could be an increased risk of a crash, and there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the software for the hand detection system.

1,815 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2022126 · manufacturer campaign 5496208

18 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Maybach 2021–2022 · S 2021–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the control module for the taillamps may not work properly. As a result, the rear turn signals, rear hazard warning lights, and reverse lights may not work properly.

Why it matters

Turn signals or reverse lights that do not work properly could cause road users to be confused of the driver's intentions. Hazard lights that do not work properly could make the vehicle less visible. These issues could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rear lighting control module software.

493 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2022101 · manufacturer campaign 5494205

4 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: S 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the airbag control unit may not be properly attached to the vehicle . This could cause the airbag system not to work properly in a crash. It could also cause the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners to deploy without a crash.

Why it matters

An airbag system that does not work properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash. Airbags or seat belt pretensioners that deploy without a crash could create a risk of injury and could also increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the attachment bolts for the airbag control unit, and repair as necessary.

6 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2021624 · manufacturer campaign 5499009

12 October 2021

Transport Canada lists: S 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly due to a software error. This could cause the airbag system to turn off the passenger-front airbag, even if an adult is seated in the front passenger seat. Note: If this happens, an airbag system warning message will display on the instrument panel. Additionally, the passenger airbag status display will show the message "Passenger Airbag Off".

Why it matters

An airbag that is turned off could increase the risk of injury to a passenger in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the airbag control unit software.

32 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021559 · manufacturer campaign 4790015

14 September 2021

Transport Canada lists: S 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the nozzle of the in-tank fuel pump may not have been installed correctly. As a result, it could detach from the fuel pump. If this happens, the engine could suddenly lose power and stall while driving.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the fuel system and replace the fuel tank, as necessary.

3 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021064

12 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2021 · B 2019–2021 · C 2019–2021 · Cla 2019–2021 · and 11 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle location may be transmitted through the eCall system. This could cause emergency responders to be sent to the wrong location.

Why it matters

If the eCall system sends out the wrong location after a crash, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

75,231 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2021041 · manufacturer campaign 5499615

1 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: B 2018–2021 · C 2018–2021 · Cla 2018–2021 · Class 2018–2021 · and 9 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the head unit software.

41,731 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Compact
In its class
More efficient than 7% of 92 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
282 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Mercedes Benz S 560 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 13 recalls on record for the 2021 Mercedes Benz S 560. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Mercedes Benz S 560 get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Mercedes Benz S 560 at 12 L/100 km combined, emitting 282 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Mercedes Benz S 560 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,720 in fuel, producing roughly 5,544 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.