2000 Mercedes-Benz S Class vs 2002 Mercedes-Benz S Class
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S Class | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S Class |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 11 | 9 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | 78,139 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz S Class | Mercedes-Benz S Class |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 | 12 |
| Suspension | 21 | 19 |
| Interior Lighting | 17 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility | 4 | 2 |
| Tires | 1 | 3 |
2000 Mercedes-Benz S Class
2002 Mercedes-Benz S Class
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.