Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S complaints by model year
Best AMG C63S years: 2015, 2017. Compare all years →
2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S recalls (2)
Communication
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge.
Air bags › Frontal
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2013-2015 C350 4Matic…
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
What 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S owners say
Engine & cooling
Car lost all throtle on the highway, and when pressed on gas pedal nothing would happen. A death trap. it was very dangerous and car behind me almost hit me. Happened many times and the dealer could not fix it. Car just went out of warranty couple months ago
My coils are faulty and needing to be replaced, but not part of the existing recall for C63s coils. On the message forums for C63s I've come across a lot of owners that are having issues not being part of the recall. Campaign No. 2017060008.
2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 AMG C63S rates few complaints: 2.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the AMG C63S at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S?
The engine & cooling — 4 complaints, 80% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the wheels & tires (1) and steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S, the most recent from November 1, 2019 (communication). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2015 and 2017. See the full Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 25,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.