2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63 has 0 complaints and 94 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety systems and structural components, as reflected in the recall data. No specific consumer complaints have been documented for this model year.
There are multiple recalls affecting various systems including structural integrity, communication modules, steering assistance, and engine components. These recalls address safety risks and software malfunctions across a large number of vehicles.
Recalls- Roof and pillars adhesion. Recall 21V197000 affects 15,096 vehicles with panoramic sunroofs. The front roof panel may not be properly bonded after repairs, risking detachment and creating a road hazard that could cause a crash. Dealers will replace the front panel free of charge.
- Emergency call system software. Recall 21V058000 covers 1,292,258 vehicles including the AMG S63. The communication module may fail to relay accurate vehicle location after a crash. This defect risks sending responders to the wrong site, potentially increasing injury severity. Software updates are provided by dealers or via over-the-air free of charge.
- Active Steering Assist malfunction. Recall 18V910000 involves 6,200 vehicles. The Hands-off-Detection system may fail, causing steering assist to remain engaged when driver hands are off the wheel, which raises crash risk due to potential driver inattention. Dealers will update the steering control software free of charge.
- Turbocharger oil feed line leak. Recall 20V048000 affects 2,518 vehicles equipped with 4.0L turbocharged engines. The oil feed line to the turbocharger may leak, increasing fire risk if oil contacts hot engine components. Replacement of the oil feed line is performed by dealers at no cost.
- Active Lane Keeping Assist software. Recall 18V607000 covers 375 AMG S63 4MATIC vehicles. Incorrect camera software calibration may prevent lane keeping intervention over 65 mph, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.
- Steering boot installation defect. Recall 18V908000 involves 5,754 AMG S63 vehicles. An improperly installed steering boot may cause the Active Steering Assist to stay active while hands are off the wheel, raising crash risk from driver inattention. Dealers will inspect and correct installation at no cost.
Owners facing repeated repairs, unresolved recalls, or safety defects may have protections under their state lemon laws. Consulting legal resources could clarify rights related to persistent or safety-related problems with this vehicle.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63 Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
1322201
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
15096 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Coupe AMG, 2016 GLE450 Coupe, 2014-2020 S63 AMG, 2018-2019 S560, and 2019 GLC350e vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. 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.
Risk: The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
2518 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 E63 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, and S63 AMG 4MATIC and 2019 G63 AMG 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4MATIC, AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engines. The oil feed line to the turbocharger may leak.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
6200 vehicles affected
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2018 S450 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC Coupe, S63 AMG 4MATIC Coupe, Maybach S560 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC, S63 AMG and S63 AMG 4MATIC Cabrio vehicles. The Hands-off-Detection system may malfunction, causing the Active Steering Assist system to remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
Risk: If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
5754 vehicles affected
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG S63 4MATIC coupe, AMG S63 4MATIC sedan, AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet, S450 4MATIC sedan, S560 4MATIC coupe, S560 4MATIC sedan, and Maybach S560 4MATIC vehicles. Due to an incorrect steering boot installation, the Active Steering Assist system may remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
Risk: If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63
375 vehicles affected
LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4MATIC and S65 AMG vehicles. The software calibration for the Active Lane Keeping Assist may be incorrect, and as a result, the system may not intervene in the event of an unintended lane departure while traveling faster than 65 miles an hour.
Risk: If the Active Lane Keeping Assist does not intervene as expected above 65 miles per hour, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.