2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43: 6 recalls, 6 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V076000 · 2017 · 12,456 vehicles
What's wrong: The front passenger occupant detection control unit May have been incorrectly installed. As a result, the front passenger seat occupant May be misclassified. For example, an adult May be misclassified as a child seat, causing the front passenger air bag to be deactivated in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the passenger front air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of a injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the pressure hose of the seat occupancy detection control unit and replace the pressure hose and seat occupancy detection mat if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 2017.
Electrical, Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #17V114000 · 2017 · 307,629 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2017 c300 4matic, c300, cla250, cla250 4matic and cla45 amg vehicles, 2017 c300 4matic cabrio, c300 4matic coupe, c300 cabrio, c300 coupe, e300, e300 4matic, e400 4matic wagon, e43 amg 4matic, gla250, gla250 4matic and glc300 4matic coupe vehicles and 2016 c350e and glc300 vehicles and 2016-2017 c450 4matic amg sport and glc300 4matic vehicles. In the event…
Why it matters: If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017.
Steering Vehicle recall #17V574000 · 2017 · 4 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling one 2017 c43 amg, one e300 4matic sedan, one glc300, and one e43 amg 4matic sedan. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Why it matters: The improperly welded pins May lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 10, 2017.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #18V151000 · 2018 · 28 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 e300 4matic, e300, and e43 amg vehicles fitted with LED headlights. These vehicles May have misadjusted headlights, possibly resulting in the low beam headlights insufficiently illuminating the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and…
Why it matters: An insufficiently illuminated roadway May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp adjustment, adjusting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2018.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #18V271000 · 2018 · 42 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz e300 4matic, e300, e43 amg, and e400 vehicles. The headlight horizontal adjustment screws on these vehicles May not be properly sealed behind a non-removable sealing cap to keep headlights from being readjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps,…
Why it matters: If the headlight's horizontal aim is altered, a misaimed headlight May lead to an insufficiently illuminated roadway, which May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the sealing caps for the headlights, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V058000 · 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to the part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module May fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (ecall) in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: Failure of the ecall system May result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43 has 6 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 2 Amg E43 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 6). Complaints peaked in 2017 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 14,569 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (6 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43 problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (2), other / unknown (2), brakes (2).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg E43 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
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