Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2021 | 0 | −43% | 6 | — | Few |
| 2020 | 0 | −67% | 2 | — | Few |
| 2019 | 0 | −81% | 3 | — | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | −88% | 3 | — | Good |
| 2009 | 4 | −73% | 2 | Fuel System | Good |
| 2008 | 15 | typical | 3 | Fuel System | Average |
| 2007 | 29 | 2.5× | 4 | Fuel System | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median AMG E63 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 problems
Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024,…
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.
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.
Seat belts › Rear/other › Retractor
Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owners notified of the voluntary recall campaign by an interim letter on August 13, 2021.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 should you avoid?
2007 — this year has the most complaints relative to other AMG E63 years at the same age, led by fuel & propulsion system problems in the 2007.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63?
2018 has the fewest complaints compared with other AMG E63 years at the same age, followed by 2019 and 2009. 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 E63 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the fuel & propulsion system (41), transmission & drivetrain (2) and suspension (1). Fuel System complaints peak in the 2007 model year.
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 had?
12 recalls across 2007–2022. The model year with the most is 2021. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 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.