repaired · 2026 Q3
Seat belts: front
Risk. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-253 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine
1Forward collision avoidance
1Service brakes
1Service brakes, air
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2025 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An overheated wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other AMG C43 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG C43 median. How we score
'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG C43 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.