2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 203.10 in length and 56.90 in height. Made in Germany, 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has 4 trims priced by the manufacturer at 98,000 with just total of 5 recalls in the past 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 23.20 gallon. The engine is 5.4L V8 SOHC 24V and uses 17 of gasoline in the city and 17 on highways.

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: S-Class
Trims Available: 4
Location: GERMANY
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 5.4L V8 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $98,000 USD
Tires: 245/45R18
Tank Size: 23 gallon

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2001 Trims

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430

Engine: 4.3L V8 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 24 HWY

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500

Engine: 5.0L V8 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 23 HWY

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S600

Engine: 5.8L V12 SOHC 36V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S55 AMG

Engine: 5.4L V8 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

Vin Numbers

  • WDBNG73J21A168103
  • WDBNG73J61A171487
  • WDBNG73J01A176832
  • WDBNG73J01A177642
  • WDBNG73J01A189578
  • WDBNG73J01A200174
  • WDBNG73J01A209862
  • WDBNG73J11A172448
  • WDBNG73J11A206341
  • WDBNG73J21A171891
  • WDBNG73J21A181207
  • WDBNG73J41A191009
  • WDBNG73J41A195495
  • WDBNG73J41A206947
  • WDBNG73J41A215311
  • WDBNG73J51A194887
  • WDBNG73J51A205516
  • WDBNG73J51A216354
  • WDBNG73J61A167861
  • WDBNG73J61A202091
  • WDBNG73J61A205606
  • WDBNG73J61A207436
  • WDBNG73J71A174611
  • WDBNG73J71A179839
  • WDBNG73J71A181266
  • WDBNG73J71A214766
  • WDBNG73J81A203176
  • WDBNG73J91A187733
  • WDBNG73JX1A172349
  • WDBNG73JX1A179706
  • WDBNG73JX1A202871
  • WDBNG73JX1A208542
  • WDBNG73JX1A211439
  • WDBNG73J71A202438
  • WDBNG73J11A220336
  • WDBNG73J21A172748
  • WDBNG73J01A205018
  • WDBNG73J71A175788
  • WDBNG73J31A168028
  • WDBNG73J41A173190

Safety & Recalls

Recall 02V338000 started on /Date(1040014800000-0500)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EXCESSIVE STATIC BUILD-UP IN THE TRUNK FLOOR MATS CAN CAUSE A STATIC DISCHARGE WHEN INDIVIDUALS MOVE OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE TRUNK COMPARTMENT.

Consequence: THIS CAN DAMAGE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK, INCLUDING THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STATIC INSULATION PANEL BETWEEN THE CARPET AND THE VEHICLE BATTERY WHICH WILL PROVIDE AN ELECTRICAL GROUNDING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall 04V227000 started on /Date(1084420800000-0400)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DURING THE PRODUCTION PROCESS OF THE BLOWER MOTOR FUSE HOLDER, THE SIZE OF THE ELECTRIC CONDUCTOR OF THE HOLDER MAY BE BELOW APPROPRIATE TOLERANCES.

Consequence: CONSEQUENTLY, THE ELECTRIC CONDUCTOR OF THE BLOWER MOTOR FUSE HOLDER MAY DISSIPATE MORE HEAT THAN THE PLASTIC FUSE HOLDER WAS DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND, WHICH COULD RESULT IN OVERHEATING OF THE HOLDER AND DISABLING OF THE BLOWER MOTOR AND THE ABILITY TO DEFROST OR DEFOG THE WINDSHILED IN COLD OR HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS. DEPENDING ON THE OCCURRENCE AND WEATHER SITUATION, DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW BLOWER MOTOR FUSE HOLDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING OCTOBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall 06V028000 started on /Date(1138856400000-0500)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTAINS GAUGES AND INDICATORS THAT MUST BE ILLUMINATED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION.

Consequence: DUE TO INADEQUATE ILLUMINATION, THE DRIVER WILL BE UNABLE TO READ THE GAUGES AND INDICATORS, SUCH AS THE SPEEDOMETER, WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MODULES. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASES. PHASE I WAS MAILED OUT TO APPROXIMATELY 7,500 OWNERS ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2006. PHASE II AND PHASE III IS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall 07V263000 started on /Date(1181620800000-0400)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, CORROSION MAY OCCUR IN THE INNER STEEL PORTIONS OF THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL'S (ABC) HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE DUE TO EXTENSIVE EXPOSURE TO HUMIDITY CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE HOSE.

Consequence: THIS MAY RESULT IN ABC HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKAGE NEAR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. LEAKING FLUID MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE COMPONENTS AND LEAD TO A POSSIBLE FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW CORROSION RESISTANT ABC HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Recall 01V014000 started on /Date(979707600000-0500)/.

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SHEATHING MATERIAL ON THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OF THE HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE HOSE COULD OVERHEAT.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE SURROUNDING PLASTIC AND INSULATION TO MELT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEATED WASHER BOTTLE HOSE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 29, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

FAQ

The 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is lower than $35,400.

There are 5 recalls recorded in our database for 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class that’s on average above the average number of recalls per car in our database.

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class can go 394.4 miles in the city and 556.8 on the highways.

With various efficient powertrains, one of the benefits of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is its excellent fuel economy. 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a 4.3L V8 SOHC 24V engine and It gets 17/24 mpg city/highway.

Mercedes-Benz All models of 2001

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

Mercedes-Benz SLK

$70,800 - $114,000
17 City / 24 HWY
4 Trims
5
0
4.3L V8 SOHC 24V

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