Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 15 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S, across 9 model years (2015–2023). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No AMG C63S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 AMG C63S: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2021 AMG C63S: 1 complaint, 4 recalls
- 2019 AMG C63S: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2015 AMG C63S: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2017 AMG C63S: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
- 2018 AMG C63S: 1 complaint, 7 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 C63S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 AMG C63S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2022 AMG C63S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2021 AMG C63S | 1 | 4 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 2020 AMG C63S | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2019 AMG C63S | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2018 AMG C63S | 1 | 7 | — | Tires | |
| 2017 AMG C63S | 1 | 5 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 AMG C63S | 5 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2015 AMG C63S | 1 | 3 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (5), 2021 (1), 2019 (1). 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 C63S?
Engine, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63S have?
15 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.