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2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

50/100

#5 most-complained of 9 AMG C43 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 has 3 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #5 highest of 9 AMG C43 model years. The most reported problem area is brakes (2 complaints, 67% of the total).

Complaints
3
Recalls
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
22
18 city / 27 hwy

Top 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes2 (67%)
  2. Other2 (67%)
  3. Engine1 (33%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (33%)
  5. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (33%)
2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 complaints: complaints filed per month3Feb 2024May 2026Sep 2026
7 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2024 to Sep 2026; peak May 2026 (3).

2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 recalls

7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V253000May 2, 2025Seat Belts46 vehicles

    Seat belts:front

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 C 300, and 2023-2024 AMG C 43 vehicles. The driver-side seat belt cover may not be properly installed on the seat belt tensioner, which can cause the seat belt anchor to come loose.

    Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt covers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040012.

  2. NHTSA 24V371000May 24, 2024Structure & Body18 vehicles

    Seats

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 AMG C43 4MATIC vehicles, equipped with AMG Performance seats. The seat wiring harness may be incorrectly routed, which can cause it to become damaged when the seat is fully reclined.

    Risk: A damaged wiring harness can prevent the air bags installed in the seats from deploying as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060009.

  3. NHTSA 24V115000Feb 16, 2024Electrical System31,848 vehicles

    Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.

    Risk: An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

See all 7 recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 →

2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 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.

2023 compared with other AMG C43 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100201620172018201920202021202220232024
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021No verdict131622
2022No verdict251122
2023No verdict503722
2024No verdict00223

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 ranks #5 of 9 among AMG C43 model years (Complaint Index 50/100). It has 3 complaints and 7 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
The most reported problem areas are brakes (2 complaints), engine (1 complaints), and collision avoidance & cameras (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 5,600 miles.
Does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, most recently reported 2025, covering seat belts, structure & body, electrical system, and fuel system.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
EPA rates the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 at 22 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,650. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.