2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 has a complaint index of 13, the lowest among the nine model years with data, with just 1 complaint on file. It carries 6 recalls but no do-not-drive campaigns, and ranks 8th worst (i.e., near the best) among all years.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 13/100
- #8 of 9 AMG C43 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- A tire pressure monitoring warning light illuminated while driving around 70 mph on a vehicle fitted with Continental front tires and Pirelli rear tires.
- The owner inspected the tires after the TPMS alert but the complaint does not describe a specific tire failure beyond the warning.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V445000Jun 26, 2023Fuel System143,551 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
- NHTSA 22V365000May 20, 2022Electrical System242,722 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
- NHTSA 22V232000Apr 8, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras126,443 vehicles
Back over prevention:display function
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2021 compared with other AMG C43 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the 2021 AMG C43 has a complaint index of 13, the lowest of any year in this model's history, with only 1 complaint filed.
- Does the 2021 AMG C43 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2021 AMG C43, covering the fuel system, electrical system, collision avoidance cameras, and structure/body issues, none of them do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the top problem area for the 2021 AMG C43?
- The single complaint on file for the 2021 AMG C43 falls under Suspension, Wheels & Tires, reported at 12,000 miles.
- How does the 2021 AMG C43 compare to other years?
- The 2021 model ranks 8th worst out of 9 model years by complaint index, well below years like 2017 (complaint index 100) and 2020 (complaint index 88), both rated Avoid.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2021 AMG C43?
- EPA rates the 2021 AMG C43 at 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650.