2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 13, 2024 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other AMG E63S years
Not enough data 2nd of 8 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S. That ranks 2nd out of 8 AMG E63S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine150%———
Service Brakes150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2020, with 1 complaints
2020: 1202012024: 120241

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S recalls (1)

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CommunicationNov 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V787000 · 24,226 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -- sure -- the hard brake line popped open when I used the stop-hold function at a stop light, twice... How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? - brakes had to be pumped the (short…

Service Brakes · received Sep 13, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11614419

2015 mercedes benz amg e-63. Consumer writes in regards to two oils leaks caused by using substance's oil seals. *ld *js

Engine · received Jan 27, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11302015

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S?

Owners most often report engine, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AMG E63S model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.