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Mercedes-Benz S55 Amg problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every S55 Amg from 2001 to 2001: 2 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 1 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (2). Best fuel economy: 17 mpg combined (2001).

Mercedes-Benz S55 Amg
Photo: Alexander Migl · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Exterior lights1
Electrical1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20010217

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz S55 Amg?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (2).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz S55 Amg had?

Across 2001–2001, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).