Safety

Standard features include antilock brakes, an electronic stability system, front and rear side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags and Pre-Safe. By monitoring the braking, steering and stability systems, Pre-Safe can ready occupants for a collision by tightening the seat belts, adjusting the position of the front passenger seat and available power rear seats, and closing the windows. The more advanced Pre-Safe Brake system, which requires the optional Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control system, can brake the S-Class automatically if the system deems there is a chance for an accident.

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    Safety systems
    Display messages (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes/consequences and ► Soluti ...

    Cornering light function
    The cornering light function improves the illumination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better visibility in tight bends, for example. It can only be ...

    PRE-SAFE® Brake
    PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS. Observe the "Important safety notes" section. PRE-SAFE® Brake can help you to minimize the risk of a frontal col ...