Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)Part report
2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 7%of 15 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 139,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the visibility of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550, 7% of the 15 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 139,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Related 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550
Other or unknown
6 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
6 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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