2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
2 of 2 total reports mention: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
Front right wheel went flat and suspected tire had a small leak. Dealer inspected and indicated the wheel was cracked, causing the leak.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-09
My car only has 33000 miles on it. The wheels has pirelli rft, that comes with the car. Both the original mercedes front rims of my car cracked while driving the car with my family. This is highly concerning and life threatening.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-02-06
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-12-06Air bags17V627000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.