Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 24 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 30 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63, across 12 model years (2010–2021). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.

Peak: 2012, with 5 complaints
2010: 1201012011: 1201112012: 5201252013: 5201352014: 1201412015: 2201522016: 2201622017: 4201742018: 2201822019: 1201912020: 0202002021: 020210

n = 24 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No AMG C63 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2013 AMG C63: 5 complaints, 6 recalls
  2. 2012 AMG C63: 5 complaints, 5 recalls
  3. 2017 AMG C63: 4 complaints, 11 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2010 AMG C63: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
  2. 2011 AMG C63: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  3. 2014 AMG C63: 1 complaint, 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 C63 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Air Bags641
Power Train430
Fuel/propulsion System320
Structure330
Electrical System220
Engine220
Service Brakes221
Steering220
Suspension210
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel System, Gasoline110
Latches/locks/linkages110
Vehicle Speed Control111
Wheels110

All Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2021 AMG C6305——
2020 AMG C6309——
2019 AMG C63110—Wheels
2018 AMG C63210—Latches/locks/linkages
2017 AMG C63411—Suspension
2016 AMG C6325—Power Train
2015 AMG C6326—Power Train
2014 AMG C6314—Structure
2013 AMG C6356—Air Bags
2012 AMG C6355—Fuel/propulsion System
2011 AMG C6311—Fuel System, Gasoline
2010 AMG C6312—Exterior Lighting

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (5), 2012 (5), 2017 (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 C63?

Air Bags, with 6 complaints across 4 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 have?

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