repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53, most often about the wheels. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-445 the manufacturer reports only 87% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 24, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Wheels
1Electrical system
1Engine
1Service brakes
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 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 · 2024 Q4
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. The inability to operate safety features (eCall system, hazard lights, electric seats, or automatic door locks) can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
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repaired · 2024 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. The electric PRE-SAFE®-function and the seat belt pretensioners may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Sensing system: radar
Risk. An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. If the headlights are not properly adjusted, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall 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
2019 vs. every other AMG CLS53 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 CLS53 median. How we score
'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG CLS53 owners report
Recent wheels complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS53. The contact stated that the passenger’s side rear rim was cracked. The passenger’s side front rim was also cracked. The contact stated that the tire pressure was low. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a wheel repair shop,…
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH on a bumpy road surface, the vehicle started shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown wheel had cracked and needed to be…
Okay so I purchased my car at west covina dealer and found out they sold me a cracked rim when my tire pressure got low. I took it to the tire shop to find the nails on my tire but they found there were crack on my rim. I never had any accidents after I puchased it and I almost got killed because…
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