CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (5 reports).
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 recalls
Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk
The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.
Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard
The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a previous repair.
Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Front seat belts may not fully retract, raising injury risk
Certain Mercedes-Benz C300, AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles may have front seat belts that do not fully retract to their stowed position.
Front Seatback May Not Lock, Risking Forward Folding in a Crash
The right-side front seatback may not properly lock in place on certain vehicles.
Rear trim may detach and become a road hazard
Some 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class convertibles and AMG models may have a bonding problem introduced during production.
Front Seatbacks May Not Lock, Risking Injury in a Crash
The right-side front seatback may not properly lock in place.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Power Steering May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles have electric power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Front seatbelts may not tighten in a crash
Certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not work properly.
Most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the front driverâs side seat belt failed to retract as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for diagnosis but was not repaired due to the cost. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belt); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Both front seat belts on the driver and passenger side fail to retract. Looking up my car model I found the following: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles. The front seat belts might not fully retract to their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." However my vin number was not marked for the repair and the dealer refused to cover it. I ended up paying for the repair out of pocket for safety.
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that after the dealer performed an unknown recall repair and Honda of Newnan (391 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, GA 30265) replaced the ball joints and axles, the contact noticed that the roof panel had detached, causing the front panel to loosen, and the driver's side air bag was visible. Additionally, the front driver's side seat belt failed to retract. The dealer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The contact related the failur
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. The vehicle had previously been serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V197000 (Structure). The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the sunroof glass was rattling. The contact pulled off the exit to check the sunroof. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was awaiting a callback. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated that the driverâs and passengerâs side front seat belt retractors had malfunctioned, and the seat belts would not retract after unlocking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who performed the recall repair under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V032000 (Seat Belts). The contact indicated that after retrieving the vehicle, the failure was still present. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 questions
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43: Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Front seat belts may not fully retract, raising injury risk; Front Seatback May Not Lock, Risking Forward Folding in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (5), Seat Belts (5), Air Bags (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.