2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 10%of 41 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 325miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550, 10% of the 41 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 325 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“At night there is a dangerous,very distracting reflection in the windshield. What is being reflected upward are the lighted digital tachometer and speedometer. When the driver is driving at night in his or hers field of view are the dash gauges reflected vividly in the windshield glass. This condition exists in all 2015 S550's. And I believe that it exists on all 2014 S550 please address as I almost have had 3 accidents being distracted by this at night driving. Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #10663238, filed 2014-12, 500 miles“Driving on the freeway and heard a loud sound. The glass on the sunroof exploded and broke off in chunks hitting driver repeatedly until approximately 80% of the glass collapsed. Glass shards cut driver. Mbworld shows similar incidents to other Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Mercedes-benz autobahn belmont, ca and mercedes benz (corporate nj) would not cover under warranty or admit defect. …”
NHTSA complaint #10715024, filed 2015-05, 150 miles“I'm reporting a problem that can cause the vehicle to catch on fire. During cold temperatures the heated windshield will turn on and the car will catch on fire.”
NHTSA complaint #11513428, filed 2023-03“The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V197000 (STRUCTURE) and the dealer declined to service the recall because the sunroof panel was glass and not plastic. The manufacturer was made aware of the dealer's refusal and contacted the dealer. The manufacturer stated that the dealer would repair the recall. The contact stated she called the dealer again however, the dealer declined to remove the bonding adhesive and replace the front panel per the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11436421, filed 2021-10Related service bulletins
- 11034064Jun 19, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11032875May 19, 2026Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is…
- 11027751Jan 16, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy *Note - This Li does not apply if there…
- 11027682Jan 15, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps…
- 11027566Jan 7, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps…
- 11010494Nov 13, 2024Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10167528Mar 4, 2014The outside mirror jolts when retracting/extending and makes a grinding noise.
- 10167523Mar 4, 2014Rear door quarter window roller blind fails to extend.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550
7 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsTires
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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