2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Known Issues — 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
CRITICAL
AIRMATIC air suspension compressor wearing out on higher-mileage examples
CRITICAL
MAGIC BODY CONTROL hydraulic pump failure on equipped models
MODERATE
S63 V8 valve cover oil leaks
MODERATE
Widescreen MBUX (precursor) display pixel issues on early units
MODERATE
Burmester 3D / Burmester 4D sound system amplifier failure
MODERATE
Rear axle steering actuator fault on S450 and S560
What to Inspect
- Check AIRMATIC and MAGIC BODY CONTROL warning status
- Test Burmester audio on all speakers at moderate and high volume
- Test rear axle steering at slow speed for smoothness
- Inspect S63 valve covers and oil pan for seeps
- Check widescreen display for pixel defects or brightness issues
- Pull multi-module fault code scan
Expected Maintenance Costs
| Service | Interval | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Service A (oil & filter) | every 10,000 miles | $400-$600 |
| Service B (full inspection) | every 20,000 miles | $950-$1,500 |
| Air spring replacement (each) | as needed | $1,200-$2,000 |
| Spark plugs (V8, 16 plugs) | every 30,000 miles | $800-$1,200 |
| Brake pads and rotors (front) | every 25,000-35,000 miles | $1,000-$1,600 |
| Rear axle steering actuator | as needed | $1,200-$2,200 |
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