2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).

6Recalls
2Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 recalls

Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard

Recall 21V197Mar 19, 202115,096 vehicles affected

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

Recall 21V058Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.

Oil Line Leak Can Cause Engine Bay Fire Risk

Recall 20V048Jan 27, 20202,518 vehicles affected

The oil feed line that supplies the turbocharger can leak oil.

Steering Assist May Stay On With Hands Off the Wheel

Recall 18V908Dec 19, 20185,754 vehicles affected

Some 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles may have an incorrectly installed steering boot.

Steering assist may stay on with hands off the wheel

Recall 18V910Dec 19, 20186,200 vehicles affected

Some Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles may have a fault in the Hands-off-Detection system.

Lane Keeping May Not Activate Above 65 MPH

Recall 18V607Sep 11, 2018375 vehicles affected

The lane departure camera software in these vehicles may have an incorrect calibration for the Active Lane Keeping Assist.

Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Power Train1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Steering1

What owners report

2025-11-10, Suspension
Vehicle had a low tire, vehicle indicated it needed to be driven for recalibration of the sensor(s). Took vehicle for short drive up two lane road. Turned around and headed back to where was staying and upon acceleration the vehicle seemed to have pulled off the road but come to find out it didn't at all go off the right side of the roadway. The vehicle sort of jerked and went to the left, causing me to travel over the opposite lane and into the ditch on opposite side of the road, then when pulling out of the ditch the vehicle flipped and overturned skidding on it's top side along the roadway. There was a vehicle coming, they were able to slow but were still impacted by the car as it tra
2023-02-10, Power Train
Vehicle Check Engine Light turned on a Vehicle Lost power. Vehicle often hesitates upon acceleration. Convertible Top does not close as well intermittently.

2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 questions

Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63: Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Oil Line Leak Can Cause Engine Bay Fire Risk; Steering Assist May Stay On With Hands Off the Wheel; Steering assist may stay on with hands off the wheel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Power Train (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 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.

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