NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Safety Record
The 2022 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 45 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class holds no federal crash-test ratings; NHTSA has not evaluated this model year. Consequently, a Safety Index score cannot be computed for this vehicle. The absence of crash-test data means no conclusions about its crashworthiness can be drawn from federal sources. Its recall and complaint record is light: zero open recall campaigns are on file, and owners have submitted 45 complaints to NHTSA.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls for that model year, and falls into the Light 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 | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 45 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has no recalls on record with NHTSA for this model year. This absence of recalls drives its placement in the Light recall and complaint burden band. However, the model has accumulated 45 unverified owner complaints. Of these, 39 complaints are concentrated across three distinct areas: Forward Collision Avoidance, the Electrical System, and Service Brakes. The inclusion of Service Brakes as a primary concern merits specific attention. Within the total complaint pool, one alleged fire incident and two alleged injury reports are on file, even as unverified data. No crash-test data from adjacent model years are available for contextual reference.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have any recalls?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this model year. No recall components are listed, and no park-outside or do-not-drive guidance has been issued under a recall for this 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
NHTSA has received 45 owner complaints for the 2022 S-Class. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with 16 alleged incidents, Electrical System with 12, and Service Brakes with 11. Engine and Tires and Fuel System account for the remaining reported concerns.
45 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
Before purchasing a used 2022 S-Class, run the specific VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall campaigns are attached to that vehicle, as recall status can differ unit by unit.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2022 model year, contributing to its Light burden band classification.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the single most-reported complaint component for this year with 16 alleged incidents, followed by Electrical System with 12 and Service Brakes with 11, all of which are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA.
- The 45 complaints on file include one alleged fire incident and two alleged injury reports, details that any buyer should weigh when reviewing the full complaint record at nhtsa.gov.
FAQ2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class safety questions
Was the 2022 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 45 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 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 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 45 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2022.
- 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.