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2014 Mercedes S550

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 S550.

The 2014 Mercedes S550 serves as the subject of this reference overview, representing a specific model year of the flagship sedan line.

Model year201620142008

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque110 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCA battery, OE oil filter 0309970748. 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.

Battery groupBCI Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. · Battery group and CCA will vary by model options and region. Refer to the appropriate service information. CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP255-45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0309970748 alt 2781840280
Spark plug0041598103
Battery000982960864 alt 0019828208
Front wiper blades2228201145
Thermostat2782001600 alt 022997644564

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length206.7 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height58.7 in
Wheelbase124.4 in
Curb weight4564 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.1 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.5-13.5
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.5 Pints

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsM7 nuts: 11 ft-lbs, M8 nuts: 16 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug22.1 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH OPTION CODES 494, 498, 625, 951, 950+
Torque Caliper to Bracket21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle133 ft-lbs / 81 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH OPTION CODES 494, 498, 625, 951, 950+
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.417 in / 1.26 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.417 in / 1.26 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.358 in / 1.2 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.339 in / 1.181 in / 0.843 in

Reliability & federal safety record

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

5
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 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V787000CommunicationReported 01/11/2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially… Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module…

21V197000Structure:Body:Roof And PillarsReported 19/03/2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016… Remedy: Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and…

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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Frequently asked

Does the 2014 S550 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.