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Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 recalls by model year

Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.

Key facts

62 owner complaints analyzed

31 distinct recall campaigns

15,000 mi median reported failure mileage

Scope: 2016 to 2024 model years. Data updated: 2026-10-03 (October 3, 2026). 29 complaints include usable failure mileage. View data status.

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Recalls by model year

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2016: 1; 2017: 10; 2018: 11; 2019: 12; 2020: 9; 2021: 6; 2022: 1; 2023: 7; 2024: 2

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Year-by-year records

Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 model-year comparison
Model year	Complaints	Recalls	Change in recalls
2016	2	1	Not available
2017	23	10	+9
2018	13	11	+1
2019	7	12	+1
2020	12	9	-3
2021	1	6	-3
2022	1	1	-5
2023	3	7	+6
2024	0	2	-5

Recall history

31 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.

17V627000 · Air Bags:Frontal

Reported: 2017-10-06 (October 6, 2017) · Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2013-2015 C350 4Matic Coupe, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, 2016-2017 C350e, C43 AMG, 2015 C400 4Matic, 2016-2018 C63 AMG, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, 2017-2018 C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC43 AMG Coupe, 2014 E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabriolet, E400 Hybrid, 2015-2017 E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, 2014-2017 E550 Coupe, E550 Cabriolet, B250e, 2014-2016 E250 BlueTec, E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon, 2012-2013 E350 BlueTec, 2012-2016 E350, E350 4Matic, 2015-2016 E400, E400 4Matic, 2012 E63 AMG, 2014-2015 E250 4Matic BlueTec, 2013-2016 E350 Wagon, 2017 GLC300d 4Matic, and 2018 GLC350e 4Matic. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

Consequence: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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17V251000 · Seat Belts:Pretensioner

Reported: 2017-04-11 (April 11, 2017) · Model years: 2017

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4Matic, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG, C63S AMG Coupe, C63S Cabrio, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, GLC43 AMG, S550, S550 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Consequence: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belts, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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17V574000 · Steering:Electric Power Assist System

Reported: 2017-09-19 (September 19, 2017) · Model years: 2017

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2017 C43 AMG, one E300 4Matic sedan, one GLC300, and one E43 AMG 4Matic sedan. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.

Consequence: The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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18V207000 · Seats

Reported: 2018-03-29 (March 29, 2018) · Model years: 2017, 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG 4Matic Cabriolet and C63S AMG Cabriolet, 2017 C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe, 2018 E400 Coupe and E400 4Matic Coupe vehicles. The seatbacks of the front seats may not properly lock on the right side of the seat.

Consequence: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatbacks, replacing the seatbacks lock, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018040007.

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18V456000 · Structure:Body

Reported: 2018-07-10 (July 10, 2018) · Model years: 2017, 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a bonding issue introduced in the production process, the rear beltline trim may separate from the vehicle.

Consequence: If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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19V130000 · Seats

Reported: 2019-02-26 (February 26, 2019) · Model years: 2017, 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, AMG C43 Coupe, C300 4MATIC Cabriolet, C300 4MATIC Coupe, AMG C43 Cabriolet, AMG C63 Cabriolet, AMG C63 Coupe, AMG C63 S Cabriolet and AMG C63 S Coupe vehicles and 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, E400 4MATIC Cabriolet and E400 4MATIC Coupe vehicles. The seatbacks of the front seats may not properly lock on the right side of the seat.

Consequence: If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatback on the affected vehicles and replace the seatback lock, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on April 12, 2019 to notify owners. Owners will receive a second notification when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040007.

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21V032000 · Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Reported: 2021-01-29 (January 29, 2021) · Model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles. The front seat belts might not fully retract to their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the operation of the seat belt inconvenient and not wear it, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the retraction function of the front seat belts and adjust the damping foam within the B-pillars, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020010.

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21V058000 · Communication: Auto Crash Notification | Electrical System:Software

Reported: 2021-02-05 (February 5, 2021) · Model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Consequence: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

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21V197000 · Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars

Reported: 2021-03-19 (March 19, 2021) · Model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Coupe AMG, 2016 GLE450 Coupe, 2014-2020 S63 AMG, 2018-2019 S560, and 2019 GLC350e vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.

Consequence: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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23V854000 · Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars

Reported: 2023-12-15 (December 15, 2023) · Model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence: A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.

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18V150000 · Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Reported: 2018-03-06 (March 6, 2018) · Model years: 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz C43 AMG, C63S AMG, E63 S AMG Sedan, and E63S AMG Stationwagon vehicles fitted with AMG performance seats. The backrest rail and backrest fitting may not be properly welded on the driver and front passenger seats.

Consequence: The incorrect welding may result in the seats failing in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds of the backrest frames, replacing the backrests as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060001.

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18V838000 · Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification

Reported: 2018-11-27 (November 27, 2018) · Model years: 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C43 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Cabriolet, C350e Plug-In Hybrid, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 S AMG, 2018-2019 GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC300, GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC300 4Matic, GLC350e Plug-In Hybrid, GLC43 AMG Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC63 S AMG Coupe, and GLC63 AMG vehicles equipped with Audio 20 head units and automatic child seat recognition. The status of the passenger side air bag may not display correctly.

Consequence: If the passenger air bag is incorrectly displayed as 'ON' when it is not, a front seat passenger may be unaware that the air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the audio head unit software, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120009.

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19V586000 · Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Reported: 2019-08-09 (August 9, 2019) · Model years: 2018, 2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 C300, C300 4MATIC, and C43 AMG 4MATIC vehicles. The mounting bracket for the 12-volt battery may not be secured. This may allow the battery to shift, possibly disconnecting the terminals in the event of a crash.

Consequence: Loss of power from the battery can impair post-crash functions, such as communicating with emergency services and activating hazard lights. The battery may also detach and become a road hazard. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090010.

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18V761000 · Electrical System:Software

Reported: 2018-10-29 (October 29, 2018) · Model years: 2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4Matic, C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Cabrio, C43 AMG Coupe, CLS450, CLS450 4Matic, CLS53 AMG 4Matic, E53 AMG 4Matic, E450 4Matic, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG 4Matic Coupe, G550, and G63 AMG vehicles. The Central Powertrain Controller (CPC) control unit could reset while driving, possibly causing an engine stall.

Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the CPC control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030012.

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18V839000 · Seat Belts

Reported: 2018-11-27 (November 27, 2018) · Model years: 2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG Coupe, E450 Coupe, E53 AMG Cabriolet, S450, S560, E450 Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Cabriolet, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG Coupe, S450 4Matic, S560 4Matic, S63 AMG and S65 AMG vehicles and Mercedes-Mayback S650 and S560 4 Matic vehicles. A correctly fastened seatbelt may be inaccurately detected as being unfastened, preventing the seat belt pre-tensioners from activating in the event of a crash.

Consequence: If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020012.

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18V909000 · Electrical System:Software | Parking Brake

Reported: 2018-12-19 (December 19, 2018) · Model years: 2019

Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2019 C43 AMG, C43 AMG Cabrio, C43 AMG 4MATIC Coupe, C300 4MATIC, C300 4MATIC Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C300 4MATIC Cabrio, and C300 vehicles. After parking and exiting the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may prevent the electronic parking brake from being disengaged when returning to the vehicle, unless the ESP system is deactivated.

Consequence: Driving the vehicle with the ESP system deactivated could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mercedes has notified owners, and dealers will update the ESP system software, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2018120025.

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19V540000 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Radar

Reported: 2019-07-19 (July 19, 2019) · Model years: 2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 Cabrio, C300A Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C300 Coupe 4MATIC, C300, C300 4MATIC, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C43 AMG 4MATIC, C63 AMG Cabrio, C63S AMG Cabrio, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63S AMG, CLS450, CLS450 4MATIC, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E300, E300 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 Wagon 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, E53 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, E53 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG Wagon 4MATIC, S450, S450 4MATIC, S560 Cabrio, S560 Coupe 4MATIC, S560, S560 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC Maybach, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, S63 AMG 4MATIC, S65 AMG Cabrio, S65 AMG, and AMG GT53 Coupe 4MATIC vehicles, and 2020 GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLE350 4MATIC, and GLE450 4MATIC vehicles equipped with the Driver Assistance Package. A software error in the radar sensor control unit may impair the functionality of the Active Brake Assist.

Consequence: An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the radar sensor control unit software, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019080008.

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21V509000 · Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Reported: 2021-07-02 (July 2, 2021) · Model years: 2019, 2020

Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, 2020 GLE580, GLB250, 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, 2021 AMG GLE63, and AMG GLE53 vehicles. The LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the LED headlights, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 13, 2021. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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22V232000 · Back Over Prevention:Display Function

Reported: 2022-04-08 (April 8, 2022) · Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

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22V365000 · Communication: Auto Crash Notification | Electrical System:Software

Reported: 2022-05-20 (May 20, 2022) · Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

Consequence: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

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20V068000 · Communication

Reported: 2020-02-07 (February 7, 2020) · Model years: 2020

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300 Cabrio, C300 Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C63S AMG Cabrio, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E350, E350 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4-Door 4MATIC, and AMG GT63S 4-Door 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical circuit inside the Emergency Call System (eCall) communication module may be damaged, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the communication module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030016.

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21V961000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail

Reported: 2021-12-13 (December 13, 2021) · Model years: 2020

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

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21V230000 · Seat Belts:Pretensioner | Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | Seats

Reported: 2021-04-01 (April 1, 2021) · Model years: 2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.

Consequence: Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.

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21V406000 · Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly:Head Restraint

Reported: 2021-05-28 (May 28, 2021) · Model years: 2021

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

Consequence: Incorrectly mounted headrests could move or detach from the seat during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060010.

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23V445000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Reported: 2023-06-26 (June 26, 2023) · Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

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23V462000 · Electrical System:Wiring

Reported: 2023-06-30 (June 30, 2023) · Model years: 2023

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission wiring harness routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070015.

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23V463000 · Electrical System:Wiring

Reported: 2023-06-30 (June 30, 2023) · Model years: 2023

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating.

Consequence: An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the ground connections for the electrical wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023070016, 2023070017, 2023070018, and 2024070016.

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23V880000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Reported: 2023-12-21 (December 21, 2023) · Model years: 2023

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

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24V115000 · Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Reported: 2024-02-16 (February 16, 2024) · Model years: 2023, 2024

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

Consequence: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

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24V371000 · Seats | Electrical System:Wiring

Reported: 2024-05-24 (May 24, 2024) · Model years: 2023

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 AMG C43 4MATIC vehicles, equipped with AMG Performance seats. The seat wiring harness may be incorrectly routed, which can cause it to become damaged when the seat is fully reclined.

Consequence: A damaged wiring harness can prevent the air bags installed in the seats from deploying as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060009.

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25V253000 · Seat Belts:Front

Reported: 2025-05-02 (May 2, 2025) · Model years: 2023, 2024

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.

Consequence: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.

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Data completeness

62 unique complaints in this selection. Analysis snapshot: 2026-10-03.

46.8%Usable mileage29 / 62 records

100.0%Valid incident date62 / 62 records

100.0%Valid filing date62 / 62 records

100.0%Ordered incident and filing dates62 / 62 records

Missing, zero and invalid mileage is excluded. Dates after the snapshot are excluded. Examples are limited selections, not a representative sample.

Problems by model year

Model-wide comparison of the eight most reported components across the model. Cells show counts and shares within each model year. Open a cell for source examples.

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Component complaint heatmap
Component	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Wheels	2100.0% ODI 11394988 · 35,000 mi MY CAR ONLY HAS 33000 MILES ON IT. THE WHEELS HAS PIRELLI RFT, THAT COMES WITH THE CAR. BOTH THE ORIGINAL MERCEDES FRONT RIMS OF MY CAR CRACKED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WITH MY FAMILY. THIS IS HIGHLY CONCERNING AND LIFE THREATENING. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH MERCEDES WHEELS AND 100S OF CUSTOMERS ARE IMPACTED BY THE SAME ISSUE. THE ISSUE WAS REPORTED TO MERCEDES AND MERCEDES DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE. (HTTPS://MBWORLD.ORG/FORUMS/C450-C43-AMG/682223-CRACKED-WHEEL.HTML) (HTTPS://MERCEDESFORUM.COM/FORUM/GENERAL-TECH-5/MULTIPLE-FLAT-TIRES-CRACKED-RIMS-27633… Look up ODI 11394988 at NHTSA ↗	521.7% ODI 11099895 · 10,000 mi TIRE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. TREAD SEPARATED FROM SIDEWALL. MAYBE RELATED TO PIRELLI RECALL 16T018000. TIRE MANUFACTURED 05-17 AND DOT CE X2 T120 AND ECE HOMOLOGATION SYMBOL IS E4 0271937. Look up ODI 11099895 at NHTSA ↗	430.8% ODI 11171194 · 100,012 mi I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR ABOUT 14 MONTHS AND DRIVEN JUST OVER 10,000 MILES DURING THAT TIME. I HAVE NOW HAD MY FIFTH FLAT OR DAMAGED FRONT TIRE SINCE OWNERSHIP OCCURRING ON BOTH DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE. THE DEALER REPLACES THE TIRE, WITH THE OEM REPLACEMENT, FIRST AT MY COST OF AROUND $400 EACH AND THEN EACH SUBSEQUENT TIME FOR $35 UNDER THE INCLUDED ROAD HAZARD WARRANTY. I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER AND MBUSA ABOUT THIS REOCCURING ISSUE WHICH THEY STATE IS NOT UNDER RECALL AND IS AN ISSUE WITH THE TIRE MANUFACTURER. HOWEVER, I FAIL T… Look up ODI 11171194 at NHTSA ↗	342.9% ODI 11448698 I have 2 cracks in my wheels that needed repair. These cracks were 180degrees from each other. No tire damage Look up ODI 11448698 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Power Train	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	28.7% ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗	215.4% ODI 11140526 · 957 mi NEW VEHICLE WITH UNDER 1000 TOTAL MILEAGE. INTERNAL PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE IN TRANSMISSION FAILED CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION WITH METAL SHAVING FOUND IN TRANSMISSION PAN. TRANSMISSION AND FAULTY VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. Look up ODI 11140526 at NHTSA ↗	228.6% ODI 11204150 · 1,000 mi WAS STOPPED AT RED LIGHT. WHEN IT TURNED GREEN, PULLED UP WAITING FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR FOR A LEFT TURN; ONCE TRAFFIC CLEARED, ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE THROUGH TURN BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. MOVED FOOT BACK TO BRAKE THEN TO GAS, STILL NO MOVED. TRIED TO CONFIRM VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE, NOTICED MESSAGE ON INSTRUMENT PANEL "TRANSMISSION FAILURE". VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO OR OUT OF ANY GEAR, AND WOULD NOT MOVE. SHUT OFF VEHICLE AND RESTARTED, VEHICLE THEN SHIFTED AND MOVED NORMALLY. WAS ABLE TO CLEAR INTERSECTION. Look up ODI 11204150 at NHTSA ↗	433.3% ODI 11497171 CEL with multiple cylinder misfires. Oil leak on top side of engine bank 2 in valley of injectors. Multiple codes for turbo charger faults and also clogged catalytic converters. Dealer confirmed and manufacturer denied federal emissions warranty on vehicle. Due to a modification that plays no role in the power train. Look up ODI 11497171 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Unknown Or Other	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	14.3% ODI 11407324 · 25,000 mi DOCUMENTATION ERRORS AND OMISSIONS MISINFORMATION REGARDING PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEEL. THIS MISINFORMATION COULD RESULT IN WHEELS WITH IMPROPER FIT BEING INSTALL POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN ABNORMAL HANDLING, DIMINISHED BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND IN EXTREME CASES POSSIBLE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED. MERCEDES PARTS WEB SITE, HTTPS://MBPARTS.MBUSA.COM, LISTS PARTS 205-401-11-00-7X23 FRONT AND 205-401-12-00-7X23 REAR AS THE PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEELS. THE SELLING DEALER, MERCEDES-BENZ OF FLEMINGTON, NJ INSISTS THAT THESE AR… Look up ODI 11407324 at NHTSA ↗	430.8% ODI 11400097 · 24,747 mi I WAS TOLD THAT THE PRESENT RECALL HAD BEEN REPAIRED. YOU STILL HAVE IT AS AN OPEN RECALL, WITHOUT A PRESENT FIX. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REMOVE A RECALL? Look up ODI 11400097 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	216.7% ODI 11473023 Vehicle is trying to be sold with this condition Look up ODI 11473023 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	266.7% ODI 11735812 I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a… Look up ODI 11735812 at NHTSA ↗	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Seat Belts	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	521.7% ODI 11429506 The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belts) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but provided no assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Look up ODI 11429506 at NHTSA ↗	17.7% ODI 11469200 Mercedes-Benz C-Class convertibles from the 2017 to 2021 model years are being recalled because the seat belts might not comply with federal Occupant Crash Protection standards. The problem is that the front seat belts might not fully retract to their stowed position because of the geometry of the front seat belt retractor. The dealers are refusing to fix this issue. Look up ODI 11469200 at NHTSA ↗	114.3% ODI 11667937 Front seat belts do not automatically retract. Look up ODI 11667937 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Engine	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	28.7% ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗	17.7% ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	18.3% ODI 11497171 CEL with multiple cylinder misfires. Oil leak on top side of engine bank 2 in valley of injectors. Multiple codes for turbo charger faults and also clogged catalytic converters. Dealer confirmed and manufacturer denied federal emissions warranty on vehicle. Due to a modification that plays no role in the power train. Look up ODI 11497171 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	133.3% ODI 11766731 My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection. The dealer diagnosed the problem as: “Front low-temperature cooler replacement – impact damage causing leak.” The repair estimate was approximately $2,385. The failed component is the front low-temperature cooler located directly behind the lower front grille. Based on the location and design, the cooler appears to have limited protection… Look up ODI 11766731 at NHTSA ↗	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Electrical System	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	14.3% ODI 11319155 · 32,000 mi TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ C43 AMG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 63 MPH IN THE RAIN, LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IT SLED TO THE LEFT AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. THE INCIDENT OF MARCH 12TH DID NOT FEEL LIKE I HAD HYDRO-PLANNED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED SUCH AS AIR BAGS FAILURE, SHOCK FAILURE, SUSPENSION FAILURE AND TRACK FAILURE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S SIDE WAS DAMAGED UNDER THE FRONT BUMPER AND THE FRAME WAS DAMAGED BEYON… Look up ODI 11319155 at NHTSA ↗	17.7% ODI 11418320 The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Look up ODI 11418320 at NHTSA ↗	114.3% ODI 11768087 The vehicle exhibits an intermittent, severe electronic-hydraulic transmission control defect where it completely rejects gear shifts from Park (P) to Drive (D), or forcefully defaults back into Park upon operation. The servicing dealership's diagnostic tear-down confirmed an internal failure of the mechatronic valve body and the integrated park solenoid at only 62,141 miles. A transmission that unexpectedly rejects directional electronic gear selection or commands unsafe safety-lock engagement while attempting to transition into active traff… Look up ODI 11768087 at NHTSA ↗	18.3% ODI 11729030 Car stops accelerating and shifts into neutral without warning I nearly got hit from behind. I have consulted several other Mercedes vehicle owners and all had the same issue. Two of the other owners stated that this happened on the interstate and was very lucky they were not involved in a collision. Both vehicles were GLC 300. Mercedes does not seem to have an answer to the issue and all previous owners traded vehicles for fear of dying. Look up ODI 11729030 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Tires	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	14.3% ODI 11166516 · 3,997 mi TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C43 AMG EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI P ZERO ALL SEASON TIRES, SIZE: P225/40/R19 (NA). ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER TIRES EXPERIENCED BLOWOUTS AND CRACKED RIMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF NANUET (99 NY-304, NANUET, NY 10954, [phone removed]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE REPLACED ELEVEN TIMES. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE TIRE MANUFACTU… Look up ODI 11166516 at NHTSA ↗	215.4% ODI 11196193 · 11,401 mi 2 BLOWOUTS, 1 TIRE SHREDDED, 1 VALVE STEM LEAK. BLOW OUT AT 11, 800 MILES. Look up ODI 11196193 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	1100.0% ODI 11517697 · 12,000 mi The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Sport Contact, Tire Size: 225/40/R19, DOT Number: LMJAD5UR (Front Tires) and Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: P Zero, Tire Size: 225/40/R19, DOT Number: 93X2Y082 (Rear Tires). The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware of blisters on the sidewall of the tires. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where the failure was confirmed. The tires were replaced. The ma… Look up ODI 11517697 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.
Service Brakes	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	28.7% ODI 11103688 · 11,700 mi AT START-UP, THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAN'T BE TURNED OFF. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING ONE DAY AT START-UP THE BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE FOR 30 MINUTES WHILE TRYING VARIOUS METHODS RECOMMENDED BY MERCEDES BENZ SUPPORT AND THE OPERATORS MANUAL. THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON WHEN IT STARTS UP AND THE PARKING BRAKE COULD NOT BE RELEASED PREVENTING THE CAR FROM MOVING. ALSO THE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING. I WILL UPLOAD A PICTURE OF THIS. Look up ODI 11103688 at NHTSA ↗	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	00.0% No examples available for this selection.	133.3% ODI 11735812 I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a… Look up ODI 11735812 at NHTSA ↗	0Unavailable No examples available for this selection.

Darker cells indicate a larger share of submitted complaints. Components overlap. This measures complaint composition, not failure probability.

Failure mileage by component

Median and middle 50% of usable owner-reported mileages. Ranges require at least five records.

Component failure mileage distribution
Component	Mileage range (25th–75th percentile)	Median	Usable records	Examples
Wheels	5,875–46,250 mi	22,250 mi	10	ODI 11394988 · 35,000 mi MY CAR ONLY HAS 33000 MILES ON IT. THE WHEELS HAS PIRELLI RFT, THAT COMES WITH THE CAR. BOTH THE ORIGINAL MERCEDES FRONT RIMS OF MY CAR CRACKED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WITH MY FAMILY. THIS IS HIGHLY CONCERNING AND LIFE THREATENING. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH MERCEDES WHEELS AND 100S OF CUSTOMERS ARE IMPACTED BY THE SAME ISSUE. THE ISSUE WAS REPORTED TO MERCEDES AND MERCEDES DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE. (HTTPS://MBWORLD.ORG/FORUMS/C450-C43-AMG/682223-CRACKED-WHEEL.HTML) (HTTPS://MERCEDESFORUM.COM/FORUM/GENERAL-TECH-5/MULTIPLE-FLAT-TIRES-CRACKED-RIMS-27633… Look up ODI 11394988 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11395482 · 55,000 mi FRONT RIGHT WHEEL WENT FLAT AND SUSPECTED TIRE HAD A SMALL LEAK. DEALER INSPECTED AND INDICATED THE WHEEL WAS CRACKED, CAUSING THE LEAK. WHILE WAITING FOR A REPLACEMENT, A VEHICLE INSPECTION INDICATED THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WAS ALSO CRACKED, THOUGH NOT YET LEAKING AIR. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN DEALER-SERVICED WITH OEM RUN-FLAT TIRES. DEALER INDICATED THAT THIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME THEY HAD SEEN IT. I OPTED TO PURCHASE AFTERMARKET WHEELS AS REPLACEMENTS AS ORIGINALS WERE OBVIOUSLY FRAGILE, AND EXPENSIVE. DATE IS ESTIMATED AS IT'S NOT CERTAIN W… Look up ODI 11395482 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11099895 · 10,000 mi TIRE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. TREAD SEPARATED FROM SIDEWALL. MAYBE RELATED TO PIRELLI RECALL 16T018000. TIRE MANUFACTURED 05-17 AND DOT CE X2 T120 AND ECE HOMOLOGATION SYMBOL IS E4 0271937. Look up ODI 11099895 at NHTSA ↗
Power Train	1,000–13,000 mi	4,101 mi	5	ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11416040 · 13,000 mi VEHICLE JERKS VERY VIOLENTLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING PADDLE SHIFTERS (IN MANUAL MODE). OTHER OWNERS SEEM TO ENCOUNTER SAME ISSUE Look up ODI 11416040 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11140526 · 957 mi NEW VEHICLE WITH UNDER 1000 TOTAL MILEAGE. INTERNAL PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE IN TRANSMISSION FAILED CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE TO TRANSMISSION WITH METAL SHAVING FOUND IN TRANSMISSION PAN. TRANSMISSION AND FAULTY VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. Look up ODI 11140526 at NHTSA ↗
Unknown Or Other	Too few reports for a range	24,874 mi	2 (sparse)	ODI 11407324 · 25,000 mi DOCUMENTATION ERRORS AND OMISSIONS MISINFORMATION REGARDING PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEEL. THIS MISINFORMATION COULD RESULT IN WHEELS WITH IMPROPER FIT BEING INSTALL POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN ABNORMAL HANDLING, DIMINISHED BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND IN EXTREME CASES POSSIBLE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED. MERCEDES PARTS WEB SITE, HTTPS://MBPARTS.MBUSA.COM, LISTS PARTS 205-401-11-00-7X23 FRONT AND 205-401-12-00-7X23 REAR AS THE PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEELS. THE SELLING DEALER, MERCEDES-BENZ OF FLEMINGTON, NJ INSISTS THAT THESE AR… Look up ODI 11407324 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11400097 · 24,747 mi I WAS TOLD THAT THE PRESENT RECALL HAD BEEN REPAIRED. YOU STILL HAVE IT AS AN OPEN RECALL, WITHOUT A PRESENT FIX. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REMOVE A RECALL? Look up ODI 11400097 at NHTSA ↗
Seat Belts	Too few reports for a range	58,237 mi	3 (sparse)	ODI 11437625 · 50,000 mi The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the driver’s and passenger’s side front seat belt retractors had malfunctioned, and the seat belts would not retract after unlocking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who performed the recall repair under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belts). The contact indicated that after retrieving the vehicle, the failure was still present. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.… Look up ODI 11437625 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11515931 · 58,237 mi The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that after the dealer performed an unknown recall repair and Honda of Newnan (391 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, GA 30265) replaced the ball joints and axles, the contact noticed that the roof panel had detached, causing the front panel to loosen, and the driver's side air bag was visible. Additionally, the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract. The dealer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repai… Look up ODI 11515931 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11607489 · 70,000 mi The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt failed to retract as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for diagnosis but was not repaired due to the cost. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belt); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately… Look up ODI 11607489 at NHTSA ↗
Engine	Too few reports for a range	13,000 mi	3 (sparse)	ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11416040 · 13,000 mi VEHICLE JERKS VERY VIOLENTLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING PADDLE SHIFTERS (IN MANUAL MODE). OTHER OWNERS SEEM TO ENCOUNTER SAME ISSUE Look up ODI 11416040 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗
Electrical System	Too few reports for a range	32,000 mi	1 (sparse)	ODI 11319155 · 32,000 mi TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ C43 AMG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 63 MPH IN THE RAIN, LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IT SLED TO THE LEFT AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. THE INCIDENT OF MARCH 12TH DID NOT FEEL LIKE I HAD HYDRO-PLANNED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED SUCH AS AIR BAGS FAILURE, SHOCK FAILURE, SUSPENSION FAILURE AND TRACK FAILURE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S SIDE WAS DAMAGED UNDER THE FRONT BUMPER AND THE FRAME WAS DAMAGED BEYON… Look up ODI 11319155 at NHTSA ↗
Tires	Too few reports for a range	7,951 mi	4 (sparse)	ODI 11166516 · 3,997 mi TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C43 AMG EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI P ZERO ALL SEASON TIRES, SIZE: P225/40/R19 (NA). ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER TIRES EXPERIENCED BLOWOUTS AND CRACKED RIMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF NANUET (99 NY-304, NANUET, NY 10954, [phone removed]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE REPLACED ELEVEN TIMES. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE TIRE MANUFACTU… Look up ODI 11166516 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11196193 · 11,401 mi 2 BLOWOUTS, 1 TIRE SHREDDED, 1 VALVE STEM LEAK. BLOW OUT AT 11, 800 MILES. Look up ODI 11196193 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11202678 · 4,500 mi CONTINENTAL CONTISPORTCONTACT SSR TIRES SIDE WALL RIP/TEAR (MERCEDES BENZ), THIS IS THE FORTH REPLACED TIRES, COMPLAINED SEVERAL TIMES AND FALLS ON DEATHS EARS. MY CONCERN IF A MAJOR CRASH DO TO THE TIRES THEN WHO IS AT FAULT. REPLACING IT SEVERAL TIMES IS NOT THE ANSWER. TAKING THESE TIRES OFF THE ROAD WILL SAVES LIVES. CAR ONLY HAS 6000 MILES ON IT. Look up ODI 11202678 at NHTSA ↗
Service Brakes	Too few reports for a range	11,700 mi	2 (sparse)	ODI 11103688 · 11,700 mi AT START-UP, THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAN'T BE TURNED OFF. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING ONE DAY AT START-UP THE BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE FOR 30 MINUTES WHILE TRYING VARIOUS METHODS RECOMMENDED BY MERCEDES BENZ SUPPORT AND THE OPERATORS MANUAL. THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON WHEN IT STARTS UP AND THE PARKING BRAKE COULD NOT BE RELEASED PREVENTING THE CAR FROM MOVING. ALSO THE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING. I WILL UPLOAD A PICTURE OF THIS. Look up ODI 11103688 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11103718 · 11,700 mi THE PARKING BRAKE WON'T RELEASE SOMETIMES AFTER DOING EVERYTHING THAT THE MANUAL AND MERCEDES BENZ RECOMMENDS. I'VE BEEN STRANDED FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. I'VE PULLED THE BRAKE RELEASE FOR OVER 10 SECONDS AND PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND TURNED IF OFF AND ON. TWICE THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON WHEN DRIVING. Look up ODI 11103718 at NHTSA ↗

Complaint and recall timeline

Explore monthly filing activity alongside recall announcements. Up to ten years of monthly history is available.

ComponentPeriod

Solid line: filed complaints. Dashed amber lines: recall announcement dates for this vehicle selection; markers include all recall components. The latest month is partial. Temporal proximity does not establish causation.

Monthly counts, recall campaigns and complaint examples

Monthly complaint and recall timeline
Month	Complaints	Campaigns announced	Examples
2024-11	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2024-12	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-01	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-02	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-03	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-04	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-05	0	25V253000	No examples available for this selection.
2025-06	2	None	ODI 11667937 Front seat belts do not automatically retract. Look up ODI 11667937 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11669230 On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, the glass panel located between the windshield and sunroof on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG unexpectedly detached and flew off while driving. This posed a serious safety risk to me and others on the road. There were no prior warning lights, messages, or symptoms before the failure occurred. This appears to have resulted from heat stress weakening the bonding that secures the panel to the vehicle, an issue consistent with NHTSA Recall 23V854000. That recall covers my exact year, make, and model, yet my specific VIN h… Look up ODI 11669230 at NHTSA ↗
2025-07	1	None	ODI 11671664 I was driving around my neighborhood one day with my panoramic sunroof open and at the red light i wanted to close the sunroof (california summer sun is no joke) and it made this really big 'THUMP' noise, thought the sunroof glass cracked. After the big THUMP noise, the sunroof wouldnt close and this is after the light turned green so i am driving slowly because there was rattling noise coming from the sunroof and didnt want the sunroof to fly out from the car. So i had to pull over and try to figure out if its okay to drive with stuck sunroof … Look up ODI 11671664 at NHTSA ↗
2025-08	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-09	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-10	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2025-11	1	None	ODI 11697729 Uneven wear pattern.The wear often occurs on inner shoulder of the tires 5k to9k miles,which can be dangerous tire can wear down to belts on inside edge while the outer tread still looks fine. i have brought this to dealership multiple time with NO FIX but to sale me new tires and alignments.I have spoke to multiple owners of 2020 mercedes c63 and they have the same problem. This is a safety issue and has left my wife and kids on the side of freeway broken down. Look up ODI 11697729 at NHTSA ↗
2025-12	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-01	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-02	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-03	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-04	1	None	ODI 11729030 Car stops accelerating and shifts into neutral without warning I nearly got hit from behind. I have consulted several other Mercedes vehicle owners and all had the same issue. Two of the other owners stated that this happened on the interstate and was very lucky they were not involved in a collision. Both vehicles were GLC 300. Mercedes does not seem to have an answer to the issue and all previous owners traded vehicles for fear of dying. Look up ODI 11729030 at NHTSA ↗
2026-05	1	None	ODI 11735812 I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a… Look up ODI 11735812 at NHTSA ↗
2026-06	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-07	0	None	No examples available for this selection.
2026-08	1	None	ODI 11756702 · 52,090 mi The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the convertible roof headliner tension cord was frayed, and the vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The contact was advised that the headliner needed to be replaced or the cord needed to be restrung to allow the convertible top to properly fold down. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 52,090. Look up ODI 11756702 at NHTSA ↗
2026-09	2	None	ODI 11768087 The vehicle exhibits an intermittent, severe electronic-hydraulic transmission control defect where it completely rejects gear shifts from Park (P) to Drive (D), or forcefully defaults back into Park upon operation. The servicing dealership's diagnostic tear-down confirmed an internal failure of the mechatronic valve body and the integrated park solenoid at only 62,141 miles. A transmission that unexpectedly rejects directional electronic gear selection or commands unsafe safety-lock engagement while attempting to transition into active traff… Look up ODI 11768087 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11766731 My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection. The dealer diagnosed the problem as: “Front low-temperature cooler replacement – impact damage causing leak.” The repair estimate was approximately $2,385. The failed component is the front low-temperature cooler located directly behind the lower front grille. Based on the location and design, the cooler appears to have limited protection… Look up ODI 11766731 at NHTSA ↗
2026-10 (partial)	0	None	No examples available for this selection.

Emerging complaint spikes

Complete months in the latest six months with at least 10 complaints, at least twice the preceding 12-month average, and at least three square-root deviations above that average.

This is a descriptive screening rule, not a statistical defect finding. Publicity and reporting changes can increase submissions.

No complete months meet the spike thresholds for this selection.

Equal-age model-year comparison

Model-wide cumulative reports during the first three or five calendar years, starting with the model year (age 0). Only fully elapsed windows are compared.

Observation windowFirst model yearSecond model year

2022: 1 complaints · 2023: 1 complaints

Equal observation windows
Model year	Through age 0	Through age 1	Through age 2
2022	0	1	1
2023	0	1	1

Date coverage across each selected cohort

Date basis for all complaints in selected model years
Year	Incident dates used	Filing date fallbacks	Excluded dates
2022	1	0	0
2023	3	0	0

Incident date is preferred when valid and no later than filing; otherwise filing date is used. Model year approximates age. Equal observation time does not adjust for sales, distance driven or reporting delays. One complaint linked to multiple model years can appear in each cohort.

Components reported together

Each cell counts unique complaints naming both components. Open a nonzero cell for examples.

Component co-occurrence matrix
Component	Wheels	Power Train	Unknown Or Other	Seat Belts	Engine	Electrical System	Tires	Service Brakes
Wheels	—	1 ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	1 ODI 11407324 · 25,000 mi DOCUMENTATION ERRORS AND OMISSIONS MISINFORMATION REGARDING PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEEL. THIS MISINFORMATION COULD RESULT IN WHEELS WITH IMPROPER FIT BEING INSTALL POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN ABNORMAL HANDLING, DIMINISHED BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND IN EXTREME CASES POSSIBLE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED. MERCEDES PARTS WEB SITE, HTTPS://MBPARTS.MBUSA.COM, LISTS PARTS 205-401-11-00-7X23 FRONT AND 205-401-12-00-7X23 REAR AS THE PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEELS. THE SELLING DEALER, MERCEDES-BENZ OF FLEMINGTON, NJ INSISTS THAT THESE AR… Look up ODI 11407324 at NHTSA ↗	0	1 ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	0	1 ODI 11202678 · 4,500 mi CONTINENTAL CONTISPORTCONTACT SSR TIRES SIDE WALL RIP/TEAR (MERCEDES BENZ), THIS IS THE FORTH REPLACED TIRES, COMPLAINED SEVERAL TIMES AND FALLS ON DEATHS EARS. MY CONCERN IF A MAJOR CRASH DO TO THE TIRES THEN WHO IS AT FAULT. REPLACING IT SEVERAL TIMES IS NOT THE ANSWER. TAKING THESE TIRES OFF THE ROAD WILL SAVES LIVES. CAR ONLY HAS 6000 MILES ON IT. Look up ODI 11202678 at NHTSA ↗	0
Power Train	1 ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	—	0	0	4 ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11416040 · 13,000 mi VEHICLE JERKS VERY VIOLENTLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING PADDLE SHIFTERS (IN MANUAL MODE). OTHER OWNERS SEEM TO ENCOUNTER SAME ISSUE Look up ODI 11416040 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	1 ODI 11768087 The vehicle exhibits an intermittent, severe electronic-hydraulic transmission control defect where it completely rejects gear shifts from Park (P) to Drive (D), or forcefully defaults back into Park upon operation. The servicing dealership's diagnostic tear-down confirmed an internal failure of the mechatronic valve body and the integrated park solenoid at only 62,141 miles. A transmission that unexpectedly rejects directional electronic gear selection or commands unsafe safety-lock engagement while attempting to transition into active traff… Look up ODI 11768087 at NHTSA ↗	0	0
Unknown Or Other	1 ODI 11407324 · 25,000 mi DOCUMENTATION ERRORS AND OMISSIONS MISINFORMATION REGARDING PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEEL. THIS MISINFORMATION COULD RESULT IN WHEELS WITH IMPROPER FIT BEING INSTALL POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN ABNORMAL HANDLING, DIMINISHED BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND IN EXTREME CASES POSSIBLE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED. MERCEDES PARTS WEB SITE, HTTPS://MBPARTS.MBUSA.COM, LISTS PARTS 205-401-11-00-7X23 FRONT AND 205-401-12-00-7X23 REAR AS THE PROPER REPLACEMENT WHEELS. THE SELLING DEALER, MERCEDES-BENZ OF FLEMINGTON, NJ INSISTS THAT THESE AR… Look up ODI 11407324 at NHTSA ↗	0	—	0	1 ODI 11766731 My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection. The dealer diagnosed the problem as: “Front low-temperature cooler replacement – impact damage causing leak.” The repair estimate was approximately $2,385. The failed component is the front low-temperature cooler located directly behind the lower front grille. Based on the location and design, the cooler appears to have limited protection… Look up ODI 11766731 at NHTSA ↗	0	0	1 ODI 11735812 I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a… Look up ODI 11735812 at NHTSA ↗
Seat Belts	0	0	0	—	0	0	0	0
Engine	1 ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	4 ODI 11048503 · 15,000 mi THE CAR ENTERS LIMP MODE IN THE HIGHWAY WHERE IT LOOSES ALL THE POWER AND WARNING POPS UP AS ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST IS INOPERATIVE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AS WELL. IF YOU MANAGE TO GLIDE THE CAR TO A STOP AND RESTART THE CAR, THE CAR STARTS TO BACK UP AS NORMAL. TOOK THE CAR FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES, INTAKE AIRFLOW SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE CAR STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE. UPON SEARCHING ONLINE, THIS IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NEWER MECEDES CARS WHERE THE CAR GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE WHERE THE ENGINE CUTS ALL THE POWER TURNING… Look up ODI 11048503 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11416040 · 13,000 mi VEHICLE JERKS VERY VIOLENTLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING PADDLE SHIFTERS (IN MANUAL MODE). OTHER OWNERS SEEM TO ENCOUNTER SAME ISSUE Look up ODI 11416040 at NHTSA ↗ ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE… Look up ODI 11196192 at NHTSA ↗	1 ODI 11766731 My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection. The dealer diagnosed the problem as: “Front low-temperature cooler replacement – impact damage causing leak.” The repair estimate was approximately $2,385. The failed component is the front low-temperature cooler located directly behind the lower front grille. Based on the location and design, the cooler appears to have limited protection… Look up ODI 11766731 at NHTSA ↗	0	—	0	0	0
Electrical System	0	1 ODI 11768087 The vehicle exhibits an intermittent, severe electronic-hydraulic transmission control defect where it completely rejects gear shifts from Park (P) to Drive (D), or forcefully defaults back into Park upon operation. The servicing dealership's diagnostic tear-down confirmed an internal failure of the mechatronic valve body and the integrated park solenoid at only 62,141 miles. A transmission that unexpectedly rejects directional electronic gear selection or commands unsafe safety-lock engagement while attempting to transition into active traff… Look up ODI 11768087 at NHTSA ↗	0	0	0	—	0	0
Tires	1 ODI 11202678 · 4,500 mi CONTINENTAL CONTISPORTCONTACT SSR TIRES SIDE WALL RIP/TEAR (MERCEDES BENZ), THIS IS THE FORTH REPLACED TIRES, COMPLAINED SEVERAL TIMES AND FALLS ON DEATHS EARS. MY CONCERN IF A MAJOR CRASH DO TO THE TIRES THEN WHO IS AT FAULT. REPLACING IT SEVERAL TIMES IS NOT THE ANSWER. TAKING THESE TIRES OFF THE ROAD WILL SAVES LIVES. CAR ONLY HAS 6000 MILES ON IT. Look up ODI 11202678 at NHTSA ↗	0	0	0	0	0	—	0
Service Brakes	0	0	1 ODI 11735812 I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a… Look up ODI 11735812 at NHTSA ↗	0	0	0	0	—

Co-reporting does not establish that one component caused another concern.

Recurring narrative patterns

Specific keyword mentions beyond broad component labels. Matching includes negations and comparisons and does not confirm a diagnosis.

Search patterns

3 patterns with matching reports.

Warning lights and dashboard alerts

7 mentions · 11.3% of complaints

Median mileage: 22,000 mi (4 usable records).

ODI 11103688 · 11,700 mi

AT START-UP, THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND CAN'T BE TURNED OFF. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING ONE DAY AT START-UP THE BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE FOR 30 MINUTES WHILE TRYING VARIOUS METHODS RECOMMENDED BY MERCEDES BENZ SUPPORT AND THE OPERATORS MANUAL. THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON WHEN IT STARTS UP AND THE PARKING BRAKE COULD NOT BE RELEASED PREVENTING THE CAR FROM MOVING. ALSO THE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING. I WILL UPLOAD A PICTURE OF THIS.

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ODI 11319155 · 32,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ C43 AMG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 63 MPH IN THE RAIN, LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IT SLED TO THE LEFT AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. THE INCIDENT OF MARCH 12TH DID NOT FEEL LIKE I HAD HYDRO-PLANNED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED SUCH AS AIR BAGS FAILURE, SHOCK FAILURE, SUSPENSION FAILURE AND TRACK FAILURE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE'S DRIVER'S SIDE WAS DAMAGED UNDER THE FRONT BUMPER AND THE FRAME WAS DAMAGED BEYON…

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ODI 11607489 · 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt failed to retract as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for diagnosis but was not repaired due to the cost. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belt); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately…

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\b(warning light\w*|check engine|dashboard warning\w*|malfunction indicator)\b

Hard or delayed shifting

2 mentions · 3.2% of complaints

Median mileage: 8,551 mi (2 usable records).

ODI 11416040 · 13,000 mi

VEHICLE JERKS VERY VIOLENTLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR USING PADDLE SHIFTERS (IN MANUAL MODE). OTHER OWNERS SEEM TO ENCOUNTER SAME ISSUE

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ODI 11196192 · 4,101 mi

PURCHASED CAR JULY 2018. A/C LEAK IN AUG 2018 AND MARCH 2019; DEALER LOCATE LEAK. FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF PURCHASE (DEC 2018) TRAVELING ON FREEWAY EVENING TIME APPROX 65 MPH; UNKNOWN REASON . SAME SIDE FRONT TIRE BLOW OUT 4 MONTHS LATER (MARCH 2019) DRIVING LATE EVENING ON A MAIN BOULEVARD TRAVELING 25 MPH AND RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED; HIT MINOR POTHOLE BOTH FRONT TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THE CAR ALIGNMENT CORRECTED. 1 MONTH LATER (APRIL 2019) RIGHT REAR TIRE LOOSING PSI EVERY 45 MILES; DEALER COULD NOT DETECT LEAK, POSSIBLE…

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Brake response concerns

1 mentions · 1.6% of complaints

Median mileage: Unavailable (0 usable records).

ODI 11735812

I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, object, or road hazard present that would justify this braking event. This is not normal braking behavior. The car essentially performs a…

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