Is the w221 reliable?
It’s fundamentally reliable, so I wouldn’t worry about mileage, but bear in mind it probably won’t be cheap to run when it comes to maintenance. Having said that, if you can buy one, you should. Very few things on the road, including most modern Mercedes cars, feel as majestic and reassuring as this does.
Are there any problems with the Mercedes W221?
Mercedes-Benz flagship model W221 is one of the best S-Classes Mercedes-Benz has ever built, but it also has its fair number of issues. One of the most common problems with Mercedes-Benz S-Class W221 chassis is the failure of the amplifier which typically leads to the unit not turning on or no sounds issue.
What causes low suspension on Mercedes W221’S class?
Premature wear of the timing chain sprocket for balancer shaft of the V6 petrol engines (M272 and M273). Airmatic suspension pump issues causing low suspension with the dash warning light stating the car cannot be driven. Command system not taking proper formatted UK postcode, however go to the dealer and they can upgrade this for you
Is the Benz W221 transmission out of warranty?
Click to expand… This will not solve the problem, it will make the problem go away for a while longer and (for the Dealers) keep the car away until it is out of warranty. This is not about W221, it is about the 722.9 Transmission fitted to many of the Benz range.
What to do if your Mercedes S550 is stuck in low gear?
After a few miles I notice that the car seems stuck in a low gear. When I step on the gas, the car revs to 2000 or 3000 rpm, but it does not go very fast. The solution is to pull over, put the car in park, turn it off, wait 30 seconds and then restart the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz flagship model W221 is one of the best S-Classes Mercedes-Benz has ever built, but it also has its fair number of issues. One of the most common problems with Mercedes-Benz S-Class W221 chassis is the failure of the amplifier which typically leads to the unit not turning on or no sounds issue.
After a few miles I notice that the car seems stuck in a low gear. When I step on the gas, the car revs to 2000 or 3000 rpm, but it does not go very fast. The solution is to pull over, put the car in park, turn it off, wait 30 seconds and then restart the vehicle.
Click to expand… This will not solve the problem, it will make the problem go away for a while longer and (for the Dealers) keep the car away until it is out of warranty. This is not about W221, it is about the 722.9 Transmission fitted to many of the Benz range.
How to troubleshoot S-Class W221 audio system?
Troubleshooting S-Class W221 No Sound Problem 1 Fiber Optic Loop 2 Screwdriver 3 Soldering iron 4 Torches 5 Voltmeter 6 User manual for the audio system More