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2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, filed between October 3, 2011 and December 3, 2012. Each one is below with what is wrong and the free fix.
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| Part | Filed | Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | December 3, 2012 | Fire risk |
| Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems | October 3, 2011 | Crash risk |
Fuel system, gasolineFire risk
Trims named in this campaign: AMG S63, S400, S550
What is wrong. Due to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel filter flange, the fuel filter flange may crack when operated in high temperatures.
What could happen. If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.
The fix. Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall campaign is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic, and CL63 AMG vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011, through July 12, 2011. Due to an irregularity stemming from the molding process of the fuel filter flange, the fuel filter flange may crack when operated in high temperatures.
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systemsCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: AMG S63, AMG S65, S400, S550, S600
What is wrong. The tire pressure monitoring system indicators may only illuminate for a portion of the time required by the standard and under certain conditions may not re-illuminate immediately after the vehicle is restarted as required.
What could happen. If all four wheel sensors in the subject vehicles are simultaneously malfunctioning or missing, the TPMS will provide an initial warning, but this warning will not automatically repeat on subsequent ignition cycles, failing to remind the driver that the system is offline. Driving unknowingly with incorrectly inflated tires may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Mercedes Benz will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring unit, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes Benz) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S550, S550 CGI, S63, S600 Bi-Turbo, S65 AMG, S550 4-Matic, and S550 CGI 4-Matic and S400 Hybrid vehicles manufactured from March 3, 2011, through July 30, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)." The tire pressure monitoring system indicators may only illuminate for a portion of the time required by the standard and under certain conditions may not re-illuminate immediately after the vehicle is restarted as required.
Check that your car is on the list
Most campaigns cover only cars built in a certain date range or at a certain plant, so a 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class may or may not be included. The VIN is the only sure test. It is 17 characters, on the dashboard by the windshield and on the driver door jamb sticker. Look up your VIN at NHTSA to see whether a campaign is open for your exact car.
How to confirm the repair is free
- Call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer service desk and give them the VIN and the campaign number from the list above.
- Ask them to confirm the campaign is open for your car. If it is, the parts and labor are covered.
- If the dealer says the part is not in stock, ask for a written note with the date, and ask about a loaner if the notice says not to drive the car.
- Keep the repair order. It shows the campaign number and proves the work was done.
If you already paid for a repair that a recall later covered, Mercedes-Benz may owe you a refund. Ask the dealer or Mercedes-Benz customer service about reimbursement, and keep your receipts.
Other model years of the S-Class
- 2025 (3)
- 2024 (4)
- 2023 (8)
- 2022 (9)
- 2021 (17)
- 2020 (6)
- 2019 (13)
- 2018 (14)
- 2017 (10)
- 2016 (7)
- 2015 (9)
- 2014 (6)
- 2012 (2)
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2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. A campaign can cover only some cars of that model year, so check your VIN to see whether yours is included.
Is a recall repair on a 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class free?
Yes. A safety recall repair is free at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, whatever the age or mileage of the car and no matter who owns it now.
How do I know if my 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class was already fixed?
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows whether a campaign is open for that exact car. You can also ask a dealer to run the VIN, or look at the service history paperwork for the campaign number.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-29. Text is NHTSA's wording of each campaign. New campaigns are added over time. Not a repair shop, estimates only.