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…
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-197 the manufacturer reports only 55% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 5, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Service brakes
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 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.
7 recalls
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 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 · 2023 Q3
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the…
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
Gasoline: turbo/supercharger
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
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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 Q3
Lane keep: automatic steering
Risk. If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of 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.
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 S63 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 S63 median. How we score
'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, and the recalls they led to.
- Front Roof Panel DetachmentLed to recall 21V-197
In owners' words
What AMG S63 owners report
Recent fuel system, gasoline complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor detected. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that there was fuel leaking from the fuel rail. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
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