repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 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 June 26, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Electrical system
2Wheels
1Back over prevention
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 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 · 2022 Q4
Seats
Risk. If the front passenger seat is adjusted beyond the acceptable range in relation to the air bag, there could be an increased risk of injury in the event of a…
repaired · 2022 Q1
Air bags: frontal
Risk. Incorrect driver air bag and software version can cause the restraint systems to not function as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belt tensioning does not activate in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
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 E53 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 E53 median. How we score
'07'08'09'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What AMG E53 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V445000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
transmission harness is broken its safety issue. I went to Mercedes dealership multiple times and they do not repair it. I don't feel safe with this car and I do not use it so I always walk or take a bike or uber work so I lost money and time.
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