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2018 Mercedes S65 AMG

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 S65 AMG.

The 2018 Mercedes S65 AMG is a specific model year within the S65 AMG lineage, representing a particular point in the vehicle's production timeline. This iteration carries the defining characteristics of the S65 AMG nameplate, and its place in the model's history informs its reliability profile. For researchers, the 2018 model year's reliability record aligns with the broader trends established by the S65 AMG series.

Model year202020182017

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 48; Auxiliary: 400 · 760 CCA; Auxiliary: 200 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1370110180. 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 48; Auxiliary: 400 · 760 CCA; Auxiliary: 200 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP255/40R20; Rear: P285/35R20OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5; Rear: 9.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1370110180 alt 2751800009
Engine air filter2750940204
Battery0009826925
Front wiper blades2178202000 alt 2228201145
Thermostat1372030180

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length198.4 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight4817 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9.

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts11 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts110 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
Spark Plug ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Spark Plug Gap.031 in
Spark Plug Torque18 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number48; Auxiliary: 400
Standard BCI Cranking Performance760 cca; Auxiliary: 200 cca
Optional BCI Group Number49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance850 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression174

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueRear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 110; Rear: 81
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.299; Rear: .945

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1202.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90202 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9033 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
13.0 ft. lbs.3 ft. lbs
2Tighten Bolts 180

Reliability & federal safety record

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

1
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 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V607000Lane Departure: Sensing System: CameraReported 11/09/2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4MATIC and S65 AMG vehicles. The software calibration for the Active Lane Keeping Assist may be incorrect, and as a result, the system may… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the multipurpose camera software, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

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 2018 S65 AMG have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.