Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class model year (2021–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 0
Best Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
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Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Maybach S-Class models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Maybach S-Class should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class if possible. It has 0 recalls, 0 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is No complaints on record. The overall problem score is 0 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Maybach S-Class to buy?+
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Maybach S-Class has the fewest problems?+
The 2021, 2022, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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