NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Safety Record
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
No crash-test data exists for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class; NHTSA has not published star ratings for this model year, nor can we assign it a Safety Index. The vehicle's recall and complaint record is notably clean, presenting zero open campaigns. Owner complaints are minimal, with no reports of crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. While this suggests a low rate of reported defects, the lack of federal crash-test results prevents any assessment of the S-Class's structural integrity or occupant protection.
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Clean recall-and-complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 7 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has generated a remarkably quiet record for its model year. With zero recalls and just seven unverified consumer complaints, it registers in the "Clean" burden band, the lightest category in our recall-and-complaint framework. None of these seven complaints allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. The complaint volume is low for a vehicle of this age, with the most recent filing dated 2026, indicating an active record. However, the absence of any NHTSA crash-test data for this specific model year, and no tested sibling years in our database, means the "Clean" burden band is the only quantitative safety indicator. This category reflects administrative burden, not crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have any recalls?
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has zero recall campaigns on file in NHTSA's data. There are no recall-related park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Seven owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The top alleged components are Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports), followed by one each for Unknown Or Other, Fuel/Propulsion System, Engine, Visibility/Wiper, and Visibility. All seven are unverified consumer allegations, and none involve reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
7 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Before purchasing a specific 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, run the VIN through the free lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether any recall campaigns have been issued against that individual vehicle and whether the remedy has been completed.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, so no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year - shoppers cannot draw any structural-safety conclusion from that absence alone.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2020 model year, placing it in the Clean burden band, which reflects the administrative recall-and-complaint record only and is not a crashworthiness grade.
- Seven unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with Vehicle Speed Control cited most frequently at two reports; none of the seven allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
- Verify your specific vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase, as recall records are updated continuously and individual vehicles may carry campaigns not reflected in aggregate model-year data.
FAQ2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class safety questions
Was the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 7 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.