CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 recalls
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.
Headlights Could Be Knocked Out of Aim, Reducing Road Lighting
Some 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, E400 and E43 AMG vehicles have headlight horizontal adjustment screws that may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable cap.
Headlights May Not Light the Road Well, Raising Crash Risk
Some 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles with LED headlights may have misadjusted headlights.
Power Steering May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles have electric power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
Starter Can Overheat and Melt, Creating a Fire Risk
A starter current limiter can overheat if the engine or transmission fails to turn over and the starter motor repeatedly tries to start the vehicle.
Passenger Front Airbag May Be Wrongly Turned Off
The front passenger occupant detection control unit may have been installed incorrectly.
Most common 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the TPMS detected that the air in the driverâs side front tire was low. After adding air to the tire, the warning light later reappeared. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact indicated that previously three of the four rims had been replaced or repaired, due to cracks developing on the rims, causing the tires to become deflated. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 10,782.
I STOPPED FOR A RED LIGHT, I SAW A POP UP ON THE DASHBOARD THAT READ 'BRAKE ASSIST DISENGAGED'. AT THAT POINT THE CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF. I TRIED TO RESTART WITH NO SUCCESS, IT WOULDN'T EVEN TRY TO TURN OVER. AFTER SITTING IN TRAFFIC FOR ABOUT THREE MINUTES UNABLE TO RESTART THE CAR, I JUST KEPT HITTING THE START / STOP BUTTON AND IT FINALLY TURNED OVER AND STARTED. I REPORTED THIS INCIDENT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THEY WOULD WORK ON THE CAR IF IT HAPPENED AGAIN! IF IT HAPPENS AGAIN IT COULD RESULT IN A MUCH WORSE OUTCOME. I WAS DEAD IN TOWN TRAFFIC, HEADING STRAIGHT THRU A RED LIGHT AFTER A COMPLETE STOP.
I WAS JUST DRIVING HOME ON A CITY STREET (9/20/18) AT ABOUT 35 MPH WHEN UNEXPECTEDLY THE BRAKES ON MY E43 LOCKED UP LAUNCHING MYSELF AND MY PASSENGER FORWARD AGAINST OUR SEAT BELTS. THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ENGAGED; I HEARD THE REAR TIRES "CHATTER". THE CAR DID NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP; THE BRAKES DISENGAGED AND WE ROLLED FORWARD. UNTIL I REALIZED WHAT HAPPENED I THOUGH I HIT SOMETHING. THERE WAS NO ONE IN FRONT OF ME, BUT THERE WAS SOMEONE BEHIND AND BESIDE ME. I TOOK THE CAR INTO MERCEDES AND THEY UPDATED THE SOFTWARE AND CHECKED THE SENSORS AND REPORTED BACK THAT EVERYTHING IS WORKING PROPERLY. SINCE THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING SPECIFIC - I FEEL THAT THE CAR HAS A DEFECT THAT IS DANGE
RIGHT FRONT AIR STRUT BLADDER EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A SMOOTH CITY STREET CAUSING RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE. CAR WAS ONLY DRIVABLE AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS AND WAS TRANSPORTED BY FLAT BED TO DEALER
WHILE DRIVING ON THE PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE A PIECE OF DEBRIS FROM THE ROAD, THE SIZE OF A SMALL ROCK, STRUCK THE TEMPERED BUT NOT LAMINATED GLASS SUNROOF, SHATTERED IT, AND CAUSED IT TO DISINTEGRATE INTO MANY SHARDS OF GLASS, FLYING OVER, AROUND, AND INTO THE CAR.
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 questions
Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43: Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Headlights Could Be Knocked Out of Aim, Reducing Road Lighting; Headlights May Not Light the Road Well, Raising Crash Risk; Power Steering May Fail, Raising Crash Risk; Starter Can Overheat and Melt, Creating a Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Unknown Or Other (2), Service Brakes (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 has been fixed?
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