CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (3 reports).
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 recalls
Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk
The transmission wiring harness connection may not have been wired correctly, either during a previous recall repair or at the factory.
Loose Ground Cable Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
A 48-volt ground cable connection in the engine compartment may not have been tightened properly at the factory.
Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power
A fuel pump in these Mercedes-Benz vehicles may shut down while driving, which causes a loss of drive power.
12V battery may not be secured, disabling crash safety features
The 12-volt battery in the trunk may not be properly secured.
Wiring Short Circuit Can Raise Fire Risk
The transmission wiring harness may be misrouted, allowing the electrical connector to be exposed to corrosion.
Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.
Steering Hands-Off Detection May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
A software error in the hand detection control unit can keep the hands-off detection from recognizing when the driver's hands are off the steering wheel while the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system is in use.
Loose Side Sensor Connectors Can Delay Airbags in a Crash
Side crash sensor connectors in certain vehicles may come loose.
Rear seat belts may loosen child seat hold in a crash
Certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG and CLS models have rear seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate early.
Rear Headrests May Detach in a Crash
Certain 2021 Mercedes-Benz convertibles may have rear head restraints that are not mounted correctly to the seatbacks.
Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk
The multimedia system software in these vehicles can cause the infotainment display to stay black or reboot after startup.
Air Bags and Seat Belts May Not Deploy in a Crash
A faulty electrical contact in the seat position switch can stop the driver and passenger air bags and the seat belt force limiters from activating properly during a crash.
Passenger seat can move too close to airbag
The passenger seat's position limiter may allow the seat to be moved too close to the front passenger airbag.
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.
Passenger Seat May Move Too Far, Raising Airbag Injury Risk
The front passenger seat may be missing the mechanical stop that limits how far it can travel.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
Was driving the car when it gave me a -48v malfunction. This was quickly followed by an overheat warning to turn the car off. It appears to be an issue with the -48v battery. Still waiting to hear what root cause is as MBUSA has had the car for 24 days and counting without many answers.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Automatic Emergency Braking / Selt Belt Pretensioner. Car can be inspected at dealer during a scheduled service if needed. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I was driving on a local road (paved, no painted road markings, some small cracks/pot holes but all minor) that I frequently drive without issue. This time as I was coming out of a minor left-hand curve and about 30 meters from a slightly sharper right hand turn the Automatic Emergency Braking warning light activated, as well as the warning alarm, and the Seal Belt Pretensioner engaged and yanked me (driving) back (a
The doors are very Heavy and it is difficult to get it to stay open. Additionally if the car is on a slight uphill and the door is fully open, the door tends to start closing and is not held in place-it becomes very dangerous if you are stating to get out of the car.The door is so heavy that a leg can get caught and broken I have advise Mercedes of this problem but they tell me that the tension is not adjustable It is very dangerous getting both in and out even wee on a flat surface and much more dangerous on the slighted of inclines
Car displays blank screen when transmission is placed in reverse with the words in RED: "System Inoperative".
WHILE GOING 45 MPH ON A CLEAR FOUR LANE SMOOTH BLACKTOP CITY STREET THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE EMERGENCY STOP. A RED TRIANGLE APPEARED ON THE DASH BUT BECAUSE OF THE STARTLING NATURE I COULD NOT REMEMBER EXACTLY WHERE. THERE WAS NO APPARENT REASON FOR THIS EMERGENCY STOP, THIS STREET WAS FAMILIAR AND HAD BEEN DRIVEN DAILY FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED ON THE FREEWAY AT FREEWAY SPEEDS THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A DISASTER.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 questions
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53: Wiring Harness Can Corrode and Cause Fire Risk; Loose Ground Cable Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Fuel pump can shut off, causing sudden loss of power; 12V battery may not be secured, disabling crash safety features; Wiring Short Circuit Can Raise Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (3), Unknown Or Other (2), Back Over Prevention (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 has been fixed?
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