Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 14 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S (2013–2021).

Complaints
7
Recalls
14
Model years
7
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

201312014220152201812019120202021
NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S 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 E63S model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2021 AMG E63S00004—
2020 AMG E63S10003Body & Structure
2019 AMG E63S10006Engine
2018 AMG E63S20006Brakes
2015 AMG E63S20001Engine
2014 AMG E63S10001Brakes
2013 AMG E63S00001—

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S problem areas (all years)

  • Brakes
    4 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints

Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S recalls

  • Recall 22V189000Mar 25, 20228,396 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V354000May 14, 2021343,191 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V217000Mar 26, 2021493 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

    Risk: Damaged wires may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V216000Mar 26, 2021109 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A seat too close to the air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the frontal passenger air bag.

  • Recall 20V328000Jun 5, 20201,352 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V048000Jan 27, 20202,518 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

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

  • Recall 19V868000Dec 6, 201999 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Incorrect driver air bag and software version can cause the restraint systems to not function as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V787000Nov 1, 201924,226 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

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

  • Recall 19V788000Nov 1, 201929,720 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, 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 18V849000Nov 29, 201816 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: If the tailgate mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V609000Sep 11, 201822 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the passenger seat is adjusted beyond its intended limit, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 18V515000Aug 3, 2018345 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If a child seat is in the front seat and the passenger air bag is not deactivated, in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V150000Mar 6, 201899 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: The incorrect welding may result in the seats failing in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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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