Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical AMG C43 year: 2017, 2018, 2020. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 AMG C43: 23 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2018 AMG C43: 13 complaints, 11 recalls
- 2020 AMG C43: 12 complaints, 9 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2021 AMG C43: 1 complaint, 6 recalls
- 2022 AMG C43: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2016 AMG C43: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 AMG C43 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2023 AMG C43 | 3 | 7 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2022 AMG C43 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2021 AMG C43 | 1 | 6 | — | Tires | |
| 2020 AMG C43 | 12 | 9 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2019 AMG C43 | 7 | 12 | — | Wheels | |
| 2018 AMG C43 | 13 | 11 | — | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 AMG C43 | 23 | 10 | — | Seat Belts | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2016 AMG C43 | 2 | 1 | — | Wheels |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2017 (23), 2018 (13), 2020 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical AMG C43 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
Wheels, with 15 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?
31 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.