2012 Mercedes-Benz E63: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint and up to 19 mpg combined.
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 #17V627000 · 2017 · 495,290 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017.
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
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 has 1 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 8 E63 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 2). Neighboring years: 2011 (2 complaints, 1 recalls), 2013 (1 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.5 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63. 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (1).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (5.5 L, Automatic 7-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Mercedes-Benz E63 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.