Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 30 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 (2010–2021).

Complaints
14
Recalls
30
Model years
12
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2010201122012220131201420152201642017220181201920202021
NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2021 AMG C6300005—
2020 AMG C6300009—
2019 AMG C63100010Wheels & Tires
2018 AMG C63200010Body & Structure
2017 AMG C63410011Suspension
2016 AMG C6320005Body & Structure
2015 AMG C6300006—
2014 AMG C6310004Body & Structure
2013 AMG C6320006Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2012 AMG C6320105Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2011 AMG C6300001—
2010 AMG C6300002—

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 problem areas (all years)

  • Body & Structure
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    2 complaints
  • Suspension
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints
  • Airbags
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Electrical System
    1 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

20212025
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 recalls

  • Recall 23V854000Dec 15, 20232,976 vehiclesModel years 2015–2020

    Risk: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V445000Jun 26, 2023143,551 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V232000Apr 8, 2022126,443 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021

    Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V961000Dec 13, 2021139 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V818000Oct 18, 202127 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Incorrectly assembled seats may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V638000Aug 13, 2021205 vehiclesModel years 2012–2014

    Risk: An incorrect air bag may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V509000Jul 2, 20211,467 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V406000May 28, 2021218 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V230000Apr 1, 20218,634 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V197000Mar 19, 202115,096 vehiclesModel years 2015–2019

    Risk: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V058000Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020

    Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

  • Recall 21V032000Jan 29, 202124,550 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020

    Risk: If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the operation of the seat belt inconvenient and not wear it, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 20V395000Jul 6, 20205,399 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V298000May 22, 2020640 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: An incorrect passenger air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 19V787000Nov 1, 201924,226 vehiclesModel years 2013–2016

    Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V540000Jul 19, 20191,957 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V130000Feb 26, 201922,637 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V010000Jan 9, 2019288,779 vehiclesModel years 2010–2015

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 18V850000Nov 29, 20186,373 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019

    Risk: A car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V838000Nov 27, 2018104,663 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the passenger air bag is incorrectly displayed as 'ON' when it is not, a front seat passenger may be unaware that the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V608000Sep 11, 2018387 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the window detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V456000Jul 10, 201810,826 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V207000Mar 29, 20183,088 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V043000Jan 10, 2018132,167 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology