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Mercedes-Benz Amg C43 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Amg C43 from 2016 to 2024: 62 owner complaints and 59 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (23), 2018 (13), 2020 (12). Best fuel economy: 23 mpg combined (2024).

Mercedes-Benz Amg C43
Photo: Randall Ferry · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Wheels15
Transmission & drivetrain10
Other / unknown9
Seat belts7
Engine5
Tires5
Body & structure5
Electrical4

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201612–
2017102323
2018111322
201912722
202091222
20216122
20221122
20237322
20242023

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Amg C43?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (23), 2018 (13), 2020 (12).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Amg C43 had?

Across 2016–2024, NHTSA lists 59 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).