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Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Safety
NHTSA safety across every Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach S-Class model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach S-Class we cover (2022 to 2023), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class is the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz's flagship sedan lineup, positioning itself firmly in the ultra-luxury segment against rivals like the Rolls-Royce Ghost and Bentley Flying Spur. Built for wealthy buyers who prioritize rear-seat opulence and chauffeur-driven refinement above all else, this extended-wheelbase S-Class variant represents one of the most expensive and exclusive vehicles sold in the American market.
The 2022-2023 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class lacks federal crash-test validation; NHTSA has not published star ratings or a Safety Index score for either model year. This absence of independent data means consumers cannot assess its crashworthiness through federal scores. The vehicle's recall record stands out positively, with zero recalls issued for either the 2022 or 2023 model years. This clean record is notable. NHTSA's owner complaint database shows 55 complaints across both model years. These include one reported crash, one reported fire, and three reported injuries. The allegation of a fire warrants attention, and potential owners should monitor NHTSA's complaint database for any patterns that may emerge. While its recall history is unblemished, the lack of federal crash-test data requires buyers to proceed without a key measure of safety performance.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Maybach S-Class as an extraordinary achievement in cabin refinement, praising its rear-seat space, hushed ride quality, and premium materials as benchmarks in the ultra-luxury segment. Driving dynamics are described as effortlessly composed for a vehicle of its size. Some reviewers note the exterior styling polarizes opinion, but interior execution and overall comfort are consistently treated as class-leading.
- Neither the 2022 nor the 2023 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class has been crash-tested by NHTSA, so there are no federal star ratings or Safety Index scores available to guide your purchase decision.
- Both covered model years carry zero NHTSA recalls, which is a clean safety-administration record and a meaningful data point for buyers evaluating long-term peace of mind.
- Owner complaints across 2022-2023 total 55, including one reported fire allegation. While all complaints are unverified, shoppers should check the NHTSA complaints database periodically for any developing patterns before and after purchase.
- Because production volumes for the Maybach S-Class are very low compared to mainstream vehicles, complaint and recall data may underrepresent real-world issues simply due to fewer vehicles on the road. Treat the absence of recalls as encouraging but not conclusive.