2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class S430 4MATIC
WDBNG83J64A386359
Vehicle history report for the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class S430 4MATIC (VIN WDBNG83J64A386359). Silver. 134,286 mi reported. Registered in Ga. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 50
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2004 Mercedes-Benz S430. The contact stated that the electric conductor from the blower motor to the fuse holder overheated and melted the fuse. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V227000 (Electrical System). The manufacturer was not noti…
NHTSA ODI #11480019SUSPENSION,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The dash board lights lose their ability to illuminate the dashboard and the back airbags on the suspension keep deflating
NHTSA ODI #11443151UNKNOWN OR OTHER
IF THE TRUNK LID IS MANUALLY LIFTED, IT MAY NOT REMAIN IN THE UP POSITION AND COULD CAUSE INJURY IF IT COMES DOWN WHILE SOMEONE IS REACHING INTO THE TRUNK. THIS HAPPENED TO ME SEVERAL TIMES.
NHTSA ODI #11289649EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ S430. DUE TO INADEQUATE ILLUMINATION OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO READ THE GAUGES AND INDICATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE FUSE WAS REPLACED FOR THE GAUGES, BUT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STILL WAS NOT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGN…
NHTSA ODI #11258159SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
NHTSA ODI #11173879ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRIC CONSUMERS ONLINE CONSTANTLY COMES IN DASHBOARD AND MALFUNCTION MEMORY NOMALFUNCTION AND BATTERY LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON
NHTSA ODI #11098436STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
SYSTEMATIC WATER INTRUSION BY AIR COWL DISABLED ELECTRONICS WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO LONG TERM CAUSED A HEALTH ISSUE RESPIRATORY NEUROLOGICAL - TWO YEARS HOMEBOUND AFTER WAS FINALLY DIAGNOSED W/UNKNOWN CANCER
1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11054140ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MERCEDES-BENZ S430. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DID NOT ILLUMINATE AND THE SCREEN WAS DARK. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 175,000.
NHTSA ODI #11029984+ 42 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is the VIN WDBNG83J64A386359 valid?
WDBNG83J64A386359 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class.
Does the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class?
Comparable 2004 Mercedes-benz S-Class listings run roughly $2,600–$9,750, typically around $6,245 (from 57 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
Data last checked 29 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.