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2021 Mercedes S500

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 S500.

The 2021 Mercedes S500 is identified as a model year variant of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, but the provided data contains no details on its body style, platform, engine, or standout specifications, nor does it include any reliability history for this model year, leaving its position within the model's lineage undefined.

Model year202520242021

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0289974745. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0289974745 alt 2561840080
Engine air filter6540940004
Spark plug2541590000
Battery0019828208
Front wiper blades2238240000
Thermostat2562002000
Cabin air filter2238301400

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length205.1 in
Overall width76.8 in
Overall height59.1 in
Wheelbase122 in
Curb weight4610 lb
Track (front / rear)65 / 65 in

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 180°148 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V789000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front PassengerReported 11/10/2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front… Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010…

22V167000Exterior Lighting:Back Up LightsReported 18/03/2022

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. A software error may disable the rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights. Remedy: Dealers will update the rear signal software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2021 S500 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.