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Model year

2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

Sedan, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Jan 9, 2016 to Jan 9, 2016.

Recalls (1)Complaints (1)Investigations (0)Bulletins (103)
Recall campaigns covering this model year13,177 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2016 sedan
Severity index0.02016 sedans average 7.1
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC peaked in 2016, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.751201612017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC name engine and cooling

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Engine and cooling
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
15V-652Oct 14, 2015In the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a…Electrical system3,177Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jan 9, 2016Failure Jan 2, 2016450 milesHingham, MAEngine, Unknown or other

    ISSUE 1. DURING UPSHIFT OR DOWNSHIFT GEARS 3 & 4, THERE IS A JERKING MOVEMENT.NOT A SMOOTH SHIFT LIKE THE OTHER GEARS. I HAVE RESEARCHED VARIOUS BENZ OWNERS BLOGS, I SEE MULTIPLE REPORTS OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING OF SIMILAR ISSUE GOING BACK TO 2008. LETTER TO MBUSA, THEY TELL ME THEY HAVE NOT HEARD OF SUCH A PROBLEM. ISSUE 2. WHEN GOING UP OR DOWN A SHALL INCLINE WITH CLEAR LANE MARKINGS, THE CAR TENDS TO APPLY THE BREAKS, WITH A WARNING SIGN APPEARING ON THE SCREEN INSIDE. COULD THIS BE A POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE IT BREAKS WITHOUT ANY WARNING HAVE WRITTEN TO MBUSA ABOUT THIS ISSUE AS WELL

    NHTSA complaint 10819146
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
All investigations
Service bulletins

103 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • LI42.10-P-063502 Sep 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy The intent of this document is to reduce noise from high performance AMG brakes. AMG brakes are designed for performa…
  • LI46.35-P-067339 Aug 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time. OR Rattling, humming, dry sliding/gravel noise from the electric steering system when steering (see attachment). Complaint does not imp…
  • LI72.20-P-075746 Aug 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded so…
  • LI82.85-P-079087 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially affected functionalities in NTG4.5, NTG5 1.Weather 2.Local Search 3.IP Radio 4.Send2Car 5.Speech Detection Service 6.Navigation 7.iHeartRadio 8.Tra…
  • LI82.62-P-078631 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis wor…
  • LI35.30-P-058566 Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by exp…
  • LI33.20-P-078406 Jul 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
  • LI33.20-P-078406 Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
  • PSL-NCU Return Parts 6/19 Jun 19, 2026 · Other
    Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer returns is no later than Thursday, July 9, 2026. After July 9th…
  • LI82.85-P-080507 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the message "SOS - service not activated" appears on the instrument cluster. In addition, the following two conditions are also met: • HERMES (N1…
  • LI82.85-P-080559 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The customer requests deactivation of the N112/9 HERMES communication module Note: Deactivation of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) is not supported for gray-market vehicles. Cause Before deactivating the HERMES control unit (N112/9), it must be c…
  • LI82.30-P-059239 May 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled …
  • LI40.10-P-061032 May 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises at the front axle when cornering or maneuvering (video files attached) Note: Save video files locally and play them with Windows Media Player. Cause Driving with summer tires in combination with low outside temperatures. At low outside temp…
  • LI33.20-P-078406 May 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
  • CL-Exhaust Valve Assembly Sep 6, 2023 · Other
    In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA ("MBUSA") is extending the coverage for the exhaust valve assembly on your vehicle as follows: Why the …
  • EW-Exhaust Valve Assembly Sep 6, 2023 · Warranty Program/Extension
    This NCU replaces the prior NCU issued on March 10, 2023, and contains clarification on reimbursement timeline and removal of damage codes related to intake valves/guide. In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products a…
  • LI82.10-P-078301 Apr 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm…
  • LI33.20-P-078406 Apr 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements and/or Creaking/crackling noises from the area of the wheel bearing on the front axle when cornering/ maneuvering. Sound file attached for comp…
  • EW - Pressure Trans M157 Mar 13, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, and vacuum lines in cer…
  • CL - EW M157 Mar 27, 2026 · Other
    Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, an…
  • EW - Vacuum Pump M157 Mar 14, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is extending the warranty coverage on the pressure transducer, vacuum pump, and vacuum lines in cer…
  • LI82.10-P-078301 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm …
  • LI82.10-P-078307 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
  • LI82.10-P-078301 Feb 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm …
  • LI83.30-P-079850 Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to …
  • LI54.65-P-066284 Dec 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the trip. No camera image is displayed in the head unit. The reversing camera or the 360° system functions normally when activated manually or …
  • LI33.30-P-056665 Nov 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eli…
  • LI54.10-P-071499 Sep 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY batt…
  • LI27.19-P-072588 Sep 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54…
  • LI42.10-P-063502 Aug 1, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy The intent of this document is to reduce or eliminate noise from high performance AMG brakes. AMG brakes are designed…
  • LI42.10-P-063502 Jul 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy The intent of this document is to reduce or eliminate noise from high performance AMG brakes. AMG brakes are designed…
  • LI27.19-P-074985 Jul 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Commissioning not possible after replacement of TRANSMISSION 722.9 or of electrohydraulic controller unit (EHS) or of repair kit controller unit (VGS). Cause The wrong older A-code ("Generation EHS") is documented in VeDoc for the newly installed …
  • LI33.30-P-056665 May 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eli…
  • LI82.85-P-079271 May 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint After a software update of HERMES communication module N112/9 has been performed on a gray import vehicle, the message "SOS - Service not activated" is displayed in the instrument cluster. Cause The message "SOS - Service not activated" tells the …
  • LI54.10-P-071499 May 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY batt…
  • LI82.10-P-078896 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
  • LI82.10-P-078301 Apr 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Remedy NOTE: If a pressure compensati…
  • LI42.10-P-063502 Apr 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
  • LI82.70-P-077433 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
  • LI54.65-P-066284 Feb 24, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the trip. No camera image is displayed in the head unit. The reversing camera or the 360° system functions normally when activated manually or b…
  • NCU - 2025010006 Feb 7, 2025 · Service Campaign
    Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2016-2019 E-Class (213 and 238 platform) and S-Class (217 and 222 platform) vehicles, the drivetrain control unit software does not correspond to current product…
  • LI35.30-P-058566 Jan 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is elimina…
  • LI33.30-P-056665 Jan 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loose…
  • LI88.60-P-072093 Jan 24, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open. Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap before replacing the central locking actuator. For gasoline hybrid vehicles wher…
  • LI54.65-P-066284 Jan 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the trip. No camera image is displayed in the head unit. The reversing camera or the 360° system functions normally when activated manually or b…
  • LI42.10-P-063502 Jan 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and drivi…
  • LI54.65-P-066284 Nov 25, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel. This happens several times during the trip. The customer notices the sound of opening and closing. No camera image is displayed in the head unit. The reversing came…
  • LI27.19-P-072588 Nov 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy It is important that LI54.15-P-057373 is processe…
  • LI82.35-P-078467 Oct 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor housing leaks. 3.2. Pump fitting leaks. 3.3. Washer fluid hose c…
  • LI82.85-P-078473 Oct 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint After a control unit replacement of "N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES)" or the "N112/2 - control unit for telematics services (RAMSES)", the Digital Extras (previously Mercedes me) cannot be activated. The DTC B15CE00 is activ…
  • LI27.00-P-074450 Oct 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Tension-releasing impact of the propeller shaft with the force-free in D "KID" function, after vehicle has stopped. Cause The tension-releasing jolt in the drivetrain originates as a result of the "release" of energy stored when braking through th…
  • LI82.70-P-077433 Sep 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. C…
  • LI33.20-P-078406 Sep 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements. Sound file attached for comparison. NOTE: Steering functionality is not affected. For 192 and 232: Only affects vehicles up to VIN vehicle ide…
  • CL - 2022080005 Aug 9, 2024 · Other
    In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance and quality of your vehicle, we are writing to inform you that on certain Model Year 2011-2018 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, G-Class, CL, CLS, ML, GL, GLE, GLS, GLC, SL, and AMG GT vehicles with 6 and …
  • LI42.10-P-063502 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions. These are…
  • LI82.10-P-078307 Sep 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A…
  • LI82.10-P-078301 Sep 10, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Headlamps comply with all applicabl…
  • NCU - 2022080005 Aug 10, 2024 · Service Campaign
    Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, G-Class, CL, CLS, ML, GL, GLE, GLS, GLC, SL, and AMG GT (204, 205, 207, 212, 213, 217, 221, 222, 463, 216, 218…
  • LI82.10-P-078069 Jul 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any technical impairment of the rear lamps. Remedy Rear lamp: Remedy 1: Clearing …
  • LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ⢠Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat belt buckle). ⢠Light init…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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