Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | typical | 3 | Wheel & Tire | Few |
| 2010 | 0 | −43% | 3 | — | Few |
| 2009 | 0 | −43% | 3 | — | Few |
| 2008 | 5 | 2.8× | 3 | Wheel & Tire | Average |
| 2007 | 2 | 1.6× | 4 | Electrical | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median AMG CLS63 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 problems
Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 recalls
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2007 C350, C230, C280, CLK350, E320CDI, E350 Wagon, E350, 2006 C55 AMG, CLK500, CLS500, CLS55 AMG, E500 Wagon, E500, E55 AMG, 2007 CLK550, CLS550, CLS63 AMG, E550, E63 AMG, and E63 Wagon AMG vehicles.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021.
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 should you avoid?
None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 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 CLS63?
2009 has the fewest complaints compared with other AMG CLS63 years at the same age, followed by 2010. 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 CLS63 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the wheels & tires (4), fuel & propulsion system (2) and electrical system (1). Wheel & Tire complaints peak in the 2008 model year.
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 had?
4 recalls across 2007–2011. The model year with the most is 2007. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS63 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.