Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 20, 2024 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C55, across 2 model years (2005–2006). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.

Peak: 2005, with 5 complaints
2005: 5200552006: 420064

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No AMG C55 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2005 AMG C55: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2006 AMG C55: 4 complaints, 4 recalls

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 C55 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel/propulsion System520
Air Bags212
Exterior Lighting110
Steering110

All Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2006 AMG C5544—Fuel/propulsion System
2005 AMG C5553—Fuel/propulsion System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (5), 2006 (4). 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 C55?

Fuel/propulsion System, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 have?

4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.