2008 Mercedes-Benz C63: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63: 3 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #14V177000 · 2014 · 252,867 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection May result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.
Why it matters: Dimming or failure of the tail lights reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping or turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on August, 18, 2014.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V711000 · 2015 · 127,504 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 c300 sedan, c300 4matic, c63 amg, and c350 vehicles, and 2010 glk350 and glk350 4matic vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the air bag control unit May corrode and cause the control unit to malfunction.
Why it matters: The malfunctioning air bag control unit May cause the air bags to unexpectedly deploy increasing the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. Alternatively, the air bag control unit malfunction May cause the air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating air bag…
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. Mercedes-benz issued an interim notification to owners on December 23, 2015. The recall began on March 14, 2016.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V363000 · 2016 · 258,163 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands, or "zone a." additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, mbusa is recalling certain model year 2008 c300 sedan, c350 sedan, c63 amg sedan and c300 4-matic sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma,…
Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available.
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.
- Exterior lights (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 has 5 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 4 C63 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 6). Complaints peaked in 2013 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 67,200 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (12 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 19 | 15 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63. 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (2), exterior lights (2), other / unknown (2).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (6.2 L, Automatic (S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.