Model year

2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63

Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Nov 8, 2021 to Jun 5, 2025.

Recall campaigns covering this model year51.32M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Below the median 2017 sedan
Severity index0.02017 sedans average 7.4
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 peaked in 2021, with 1 filed

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

00.250.50.7512021120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

50% of complaints about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 name airbags

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

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

5 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63

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 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
21V-197Mar 19, 2021Front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repairStructure15,096Repair or modification
21V-058Feb 5, 2021Software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the…Communication1,292,258Software update
17V-251Apr 11, 2017Affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crashSeat belts12,743Part replacement
16V-829Nov 16, 2016Seat belt extenders on the affected vehicles may not retract as intended and may potentially break the event of a crashSeat belts672Software update
16V-760Oct 20, 2016Low beam headlights on the affected vehicles may not be properly adjustedLighting996Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63

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.

2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jun 5, 2025Failure Mar 1, 2025Edgewater, FLAir bags

    The leather dashboard came off. We were offered to fix it for $6,000, even though the car had an extended warranty through the dealership. Mercedes corporate and the dealership came back and said they would fix it for $3,000. We reluctantly paid the $3,000 to have the dashboard fixed. A year later, the same defect occurred, and the Mercedes dealership said there is no warranty on the work done. We went back to Mercedes corporate, and they offered a 20% discount on the original $6,000 to fix the same problem. My concern is that because the leather on the dashboard is coming off, it can interfere with the airbag deployment.

    NHTSA complaint 11665021
  2. Filed Nov 8, 2021Failure Nov 5, 2021La Habra, CAElectrical system, Engine

    I have observed on multiple occasions when the vehicle is brought to a complete stop during driving in traffic, the engine will stall / shut off. When this occurs the engine has to be re-started with the ignition switch to be able to drive the car again. Car does not show any check engine error and Mercedes Benz service claims that they cannot replicate the issue. During the course of driving the car for the past 12000 miles I have observed this issue between 6-8 times. In at least 3 occasions this occurred while driving on the freeway and the traffic came to a sudden halt. Separately the back-up / 360 surround camera system fails occasionally rendering the backup cameras inoperable. Service claims to have performed software updates and parts replacement yet the issue still occurs periodically with no remedy from Mercedes Benz.

    NHTSA complaint 11439676
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • PE21001 Preliminary evaluation, Structure
    Front Roof Panel Detachment
    Opened Jan 8, 2021, closed Oct 14, 2021 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

162 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.

  • LI27.00-P-073124 Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic / 9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission) and 725.1 (NAG3 facelift/9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission facelift) For faster, more effective and more targeted diagnosis, Intelligent …
  • 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…
  • LI01.20-P-080884 Aug 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Oil leaks found on M176 or M177 engines diagnosed to be from the cylinder head cover area Cause Unknown (under investigation) Remedy If oil leaks are found at left or right cylinder head cover area please collect the following information and open…
  • 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…
  • LI27.00-P-075630 Aug 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint This document is intended as a pre-case diagnostic reference for transmission related concerns. It will also ensure that if a case is necessary, all supporting documentation is available. This should not be used on its own as justification for cre…
  • LI27.00-P-080840 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Mercedes-Benz USA is currently experiencing limited availability of transmission fluid specification ATF 236.17 due to a global supply constraint. 236.17 ATF 1L and 5L (PNs: A002989060312 and A002989060313) bottles are out of stock or in limited s…
  • LI20.10-P-072886 Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Check Engine Light ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" active and/or stored in the ME (N3/10). There are no drivability concerns related to this complaint. Cause Root cause varies Remedy Prior to perfor…
  • LI40.10-P-059248 Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Crackling and cracking noise from the outer wheel on the front axle when cornering Cause The noise is generated by a micromovement on the contact surface between the rim and the brake disk (wheel bolt group) and may be intensified by potential soi…
  • 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…
  • PSL-NCU Return Parts 5/22 May 22, 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, June 11, 2026. After June 11…
  • 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 …
  • LI07.10-P-080384 May 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer reports Check Engine Light with possible loss of power concern. The Following DTC's are present • P210185 - The throttle valve actuator has a malfunction. There is a signal above the permissible limit value. • P213500 - The values from th…
  • 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…
  • PSL-NCU Return Parts 5/15 May 15, 2026 · Other
    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, June 4, 2026. After June 4th, returns of these parts will no…
  • 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…
  • LI07.10-P-080384 Apr 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer reports Check Engine Light with possible loss of power concern. The Following DTC's are present • P210185 - The throttle valve actuator has a malfunction. There is a signal above the permissible limit value. • P213500 - The values from th…
  • LI20.10-P-072886 Apr 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint CEL ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" active and stored in the ME (N3/10). There are no drivability concerns related to the complaint. Cause Root cause varies Remedy Prior to performing any repairs fo…
  • 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 …
  • LI82.10-P-078896 Feb 24, 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…
  • LI27.19-P-080219 Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Check engine light on with the following fault is current in the VGS Control Unit: P084300 Oil pressure sensor 'A' has a short circuit to positive stored in VGS control unit. Cause Electrical failure of oil pressure sensor integrated into VGS Cont…
  • LI20.10-P-072886 Feb 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate with thi…
  • LI27.10-P-075869 Feb 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistak…
  • LI83.30-P-079850 Jan 16, 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 *Note - This Li does not apply if there are other Li's that apply to your concern OR you have a fault and/or guided te…
  • 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 …
  • LI05.20-P-080192 Jan 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer states check engine light on in the dash. Vehicle has one or more DTC's Present P164B00, P164B09, P2B4400, P005A07, P005C07, P005A09, P005C09, P003C07, P2B5007, P003C09, P2B5009, P34C200, P34C109, P34C800, P34BE00, P34BD09 Cause Software …
  • LI83.30-P-079850 Jan 7, 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 …
  • LI20.10-P-072886 Jan 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate with thi…
  • 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 …
  • LI27.35-P-080160 Dec 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint (Original LI document #: LI27.35-P-079039) Clicking noises from the electro-hydraulic control unit (EHS) when the vehicle is stationary and ECO Start/Stop is active (combustion engine is off). The noise is more noticeable outside the vehicle and i…
  • 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…
  • LI27.35-P-079971 Nov 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Possible complaints about shift quality, issues with learning the park lock, and slipping/rinse entries in the EEPROM or Transmission Health system following the replacement of the below components: - The electrohydraulic control unit (EHS valve b…
  • LI27.10-P-075869 Nov 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistak…
  • LI40.10-P-059248 Oct 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Crackling and cracking noise from the outer wheel on the front axle when cornering Cause The noise is generated by a micromovement on the contact surface between the rim and the brake disk (wheel bolt group) and may be intensified by potential soi…
  • 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…
  • LI54.10-P-079772 Sep 11, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint After a software update of component LIB48_222 - G1/3 (48 V on-board electrical system battery) from software release A 000 902 50 48 to software release A 000 902 15 89, the fault code B183319 may be output. B183319 "The battery for the 48V on-bo…
  • LI35.31-P-066469 Sep 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Possible humming noises from the drivetrain in the area of the rear axle, especially during tight cornering in the lower speed range. Remedy Note: Please follow the instructions in this document. The replacement of components (other than those nam…
  • 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 …
  • LI01.40-P-079518 Jul 16, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Customer complains of oil use, oil leaking or oil smell. Upon inspection oil will be seen at or around the rear of the engine and at the engine/transmission interface. Cause Oil leaking from rear main seal and/or rear main seal plate. Remedy If th…
  • LI46.15-P-063353 Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function), noise (breakaway noise) when leaving the limit stops of the height adjustment. Cause Height adjustment moves to …
  • 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…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.