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2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S: 4 recalls, 1 owner complaint and up to 21 mpg combined.

4vehicle recalls
1owner complaints
0mention a crash
21best combined mpg
2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S
Photo: Alexander Migl · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #21V230000 · 2021 · 8,634 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.

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

The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021.

Seats Vehicle recall #21V406000 · 2021 · 218 vehicles

What's wrong: The rear headrests May be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

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

The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021.

Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V232000 · 2022 · 126,443 vehicles

What's wrong: 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."

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

The fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022.

Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V445000 · 2023 · 143,551 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Seat belts1

What owners describe

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S has 1 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 5 Amg C63 S model years for complaints (2.5× the average Amg C63 S year). Neighboring years: 2020 (0 complaints, 3 recalls), 2022 (0 complaints, 1 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
4.0 L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdRear-Wheel Drive172621Premium

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FAQ

Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S problems?

Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (1).

What gas mileage does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 S get?

EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

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