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2011 Mercedes-Benz S63 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz S63 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,958 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 12V557000 2012-12-03 5,800 affected
Defect

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,…

Consequence

If the fuel filter flange cracks, it will leak fuel which may lead to a fire if an external ignition source is present.

Remedy

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.

TIRES 11V493000 2011-10-03 158 affected
Defect

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…

Consequence

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…

Remedy

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.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
1fires
ENGINE
1
1fires
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE
1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
1
Total complaints6

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz s63. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel filter flange was cracked and needed to be…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE · reported 2024-08-12

“The contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz s63. The contact stated that upon refueling the vehicle, he smelled a strong gasoline odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed…”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2022-05-06

“Hydraulic hose failed and sprayed fluid inside hood and engine. Abc malfunction light came on then within a few minutes car stop. Smoke and fumes causing difficulty breathing and eye irritation. Cost over $1600.00 on car having only 60,000 miles. 60,000 maintenance done less than 1 month prior.…”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · reported 2019-01-02

“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz s63. While the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a fuel leak under the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. Penske mercedes-benz…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2017-11-20

“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz s63. While the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed that the vehicle was on fire. The contact stated that the fire originated from the front of the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire and a fire report was filed. The vehicle was…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2016-12-28

“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mercedes-benz s63. While the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed that the vehicle was on fire. The contact stated that the fire originated from the front of the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire and a fire report was filed. The vehicle was…”

ENGINE · reported 2016-12-28
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz S63 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.