2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S: 4 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Seats Vehicle recall #21V216000 · 2021 · 109 vehicles
What's wrong: The passenger seat limiter May allow the seat to be positioned too close to the air bag.
Why it matters: A seat too close to the air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the frontal passenger air bag.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the passenger seat limiter, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2021.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V217000 · 2021 · 493 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018-2021 e63s amg, e63s amg wagon, 2019-2021 amg gt63 4-door, and amg gt63s 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable May not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.
Why it matters: Damaged wires May cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, correct the screw connections and position of the positive cable, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021.
Backup camera, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V354000 · 2021 · 343,191 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to mbusa's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The mbux multimedia system software May cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021.
Steering Vehicle recall #22V189000 · 2022 · 8,396 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the active distance assist distronic system.
Why it matters: Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent distronic system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the active emergency stop assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the distronic system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Amg E63S get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
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