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Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz AMG E43, covering model years 2017 to 2018. The 2017 and 2018 model years drew the most complaints (6 each), and Electrical System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 6 recall campaigns on file
  • 12 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 2 model years with data (2017–2018)
  • most complaints: 2017, 2018 (6 for that model year)
  • top component: Electrical System (2 complaints)
  • latest recall 21V058000 (reported Feb 5, 2021)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (8.3%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints by model year

2 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2017 and 2018 model years share the highest count, 6 complaints each.

Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
201760000
201860100
All model years120100

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 components

top 11 · NHTSA categories

Electrical System is the component named most often, in 2 complaints (16.7% of all 12), followed by Engine (2) and Forward Collision Avoidance (2). Another 3 complaints are filed under NHTSA’s “Unknown or Other” category.

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints (top 11)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints (top 11)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Unknown or Other325.0%
Electrical System216.7%
Engine216.7%
Forward Collision Avoidance216.7%
Service Brakes216.7%
Wheels216.7%
Exterior Lighting18.3%
Fuel/Propulsion System18.3%
Power Train18.3%
Steering18.3%
Suspension18.3%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 recalls

6 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name AMG E43, newest first. The 6 campaigns cover model years 2017 to 2018. The 2017 model year appears in the most campaigns (6).

  • 6 recall campaigns
  • 1 over-the-air remedy
Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 recall campaigns covering each model year
2017: 6 campaigns2018: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 21V058000

    Reported

    Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

    Model years 2017–2018 · Over-the-air fix

    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 18V271000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Headlights

    Model year 2017

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 4Matic, E300, E43 AMG, and E400 vehicles. The headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight may lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018050012.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 18V151000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Headlights

    Model year 2017

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300 4Matic, E300, and E43 AMG vehicles fitted with LED headlights. These vehicles may have misadjusted headlights, possibly resulting in the low beam headlights insufficiently illuminating the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp adjustment, adjusting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018030005.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 17V574000

    Reported

    Steering › Electric Power Assist System

    Model year 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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 17V114000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Starter Assembly; Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model year 2017

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 C300 4Matic, C300, CLA250, CLA250 4Matic and CLA45 AMG vehicles, 2017 C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C300 Coupe, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 4Matic Wagon, E43 AMG 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic and GLC300 4Matic Coupe vehicles and 2016 C350e and GLC300 vehicles and 2016-2017 C450 4Matic AMG Sport and GLC300 4Matic vehicles. In the event that the engine or transmission cannot turn over, the starting current limiter may overheat from the repeated attempts of the starter motor attempting to start the vehicle.

    Consequence:
    If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017080002.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 17V076000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification

    Model year 2017

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, E300 4Matic, and E43 AMG vehicles. The front passenger occupant detection control unit may have been incorrectly installed. As a result, the front passenger seat occupant may be misclassified. For example, an adult may be misclassified as a child seat, causing the front passenger air bag to be deactivated in the event of a crash.

    Consequence:
    If the passenger front air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of a injury.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the pressure hose of the seat occupancy detection control unit and replace the pressure hose and seat occupancy detection mat if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 have?

NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz AMG E43, covering model years 2017 to 2018. The most recent, 21V058000, was reported on February 5, 2021 and is filed under “Communication”. The 2017 model year is covered by the most campaigns (6).

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 model year has the most complaints?

The 2017 and 2018 model years tie, with 6 complaints each out of 12. Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaint?

Electrical System is the component named most often: 2 complaints, or 16.7% of all 12. Engine (2) and Forward Collision Avoidance (2) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz AMG E43?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 12 complaints, 0 report a crash, 1 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.