2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg: 1 recall, 3 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V043000 · 2018 · 132,167 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands or "zone a." additionally, mbusa is recalling certain 2010 c300, c300 4matic, c63 amg, e350 coupe, e550 coupe, glk350, and glk350 4matic vehicles ever registered in the states of arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. Mercedes issued an interim notification to owners on February 23, 2018. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available.
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.
What owners describe
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 19 | 15 | Premium |
Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.
Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg.
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg problems?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (1), fuel & propulsion (1), exterior lights (1).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (6.2 L, Automatic (S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C63 Amg repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.