Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 347 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG E55, across 4 model years (2003–2006). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (132). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No AMG E55 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 AMG E55: 132 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2004 AMG E55: 111 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2003 AMG E55: 70 complaints, 3 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 E55 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System problems | 193 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 159 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2005: fuel/propulsion system (75) · fuel system, gasoline (62)
- 2004: fuel/propulsion system (62) · fuel system, gasoline (51)
All Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 AMG E55 | 34 | 4 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2005 AMG E55 | 132 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 AMG E55 | 111 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2003 AMG E55 | 70 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (132), 2004 (111), 2003 (70). 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 E55?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 193 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG E55 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.