Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
| 2020 | 0 | −33% | 9 | — | Few |
| 2019 | 1 | −14% | 10 | Wheel & Tire | Few |
| 2018 | 2 | typical | 10 | Door Lock & Latch | Few |
| 2017 | 4 | 1.5× | 11 | Suspension | Few |
| 2016 | 2 | typical | 5 | Body | Few |
| 2015 | 2 | typical | 6 | Transmission | Few |
| 2014 | 1 | −33% | 4 | Body | Few |
| 2013 | 5 | 1.3× | 6 | Airbag | Few |
| 2012 | 5 | 1.3× | 5 | Fuel System | Few |
| 2010 | 1 | −33% | 2 | Headlight | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median AMG C63 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 problems
Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 recalls
Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
Communication › Auto crash notification
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.
Back over prevention › Display function
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 should you avoid?
None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63?
2010 has the fewest complaints compared with other AMG C63 years at the same age, followed by 2014 and 2020. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the air bags (6), transmission & drivetrain (4) and fuel & propulsion system (3). Airbag complaints peak in the 2013 model year.
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 had?
30 recalls across 2010–2021. The model year with the most is 2017. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.