2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 Problems & Complaints

Avoid2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the AMG E63 at the same age

Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 2.5× as many as a typical AMG E63 model year at the same age, which makes the 2007 one of the AMG E63 years to avoid. The most reported problem area is the fuel & propulsion system (24 complaints, typically around 62,000 miles). 4 recalls cover this model year.

29complaints
4recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 problems

  • 2483%
  • Suspension~48,000 miles
    13%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    13%
  • Lights~60,000 miles
    13%
  • Wheels & tires~18,000 miles
    13%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    13%

Share of the 29 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 complaints by model year

2007200820092018201920202021202229154
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG E63. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best AMG E63 years: 2018, 2019, 2009. Years to avoid: 2007. Compare all years →

2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 recalls (4)

Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA recall 24V-874 · Nov 19, 2024 · 33,456 vehicles

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

NHTSA recall 22V-954 · Dec 23, 2022 · 131,653 vehicles

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

NHTSA recall 21V-196 · Mar 19, 2021 · 11,356 vehicles

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

NHTSA recall 19V-918 · Dec 20, 2019 · 747,928 vehicles

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63:

Fuel Leakage From The Fuel Tank

NHTSA investigation EA13003 · opened Mar 15, 2013 · closed Dec 19, 2014

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation on January 23, 2012 as PE12-001 based on 20 consumer reports in model year (MY) 2003-2006 E55 AMG vehicles.Based on new reports in other E-Class vehicles, ODI upgraded the investigation to Engineering Analysis (EA) 13-003 on March 15, 2013, and expanded the scope to all E-Class vehicles through MY 2008.The complainants alleged a strong odor of…

What 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 owners say

Fuel & propulsion system all 24 →

VIA REGULAR MAIL AND ONLINE SUBMISSION RE: VIN # [redacted] - Mercedes Benz 2007 E 63 Dear NHTSA - We would like to bring to your attention the failure of the Fort Lauderdale Mercedes Benz dealership to properly honor the repair and replacement of parts and labor covered under a recall for Fuel Tank Components for MODEL 211 (E-Class) years 2003-2009. A copy of the Recall notice which provided for an extension of the Recall thru 01/31/2021 is attached. Also attached please find a recent repair invoice for the respective repairs which should have been repaired under this recall. Mercedes Benz undertook a "partial" repair of the parts covered under this recall and at the time of that repair failed to properly repair all of the parts related to this issue/recall. …

Jan 2024

My 2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, which has developed a fuel system defect resulting in a leak. This issue poses a significant safety risk, including the potential for fire and explosion, and is directly related to a known defect that Mercedes-Benz USA has previously acknowledged through an extended warranty campaign.Safety Risk: Fuel system leaks pose an imminent danger, including the potential for fire and explosion, to vehicle occupants and others on the road. Manufacturer Acknowledgment: The warranty extension campaign underscores Mercedes-Benz's recognition of this defect as a manufacturing issue, Repeat Occurrence: Having experienced this defect in my previous 2005 E500 4MATIC and now my 2007 E63 AMG, it is evident this issue is systemic and not isolated.Ethical and Legal Responsibility: Safety defects do not have an expiration date. …

Nov 2024

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 a good car?

Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 AMG E63 rates avoid: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the AMG E63 at the same age. It is one of the AMG E63 years we suggest avoiding. 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63?

The fuel & propulsion system — 24 complaints, 83% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the suspension (1) and transmission & drivetrain (1).

How many recalls does the 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 have?

There are 4 recalls for the 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63, the most recent from November 19, 2024 (sun/moon roof assembly). 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 E63?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2019 and 2009. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007. See the full Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 20% 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.