Is the 2018 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?

11 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43

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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:58:26.931Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 11
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2018: 13 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2016	2
2017	23
2018	13
2019	7
2020	12
2021	1
2022	1
2023	3
2024	0

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Wheels

4 of 13 total reports mention: wheels.

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I have owned the car for about 14 months and driven just over 10,000 miles during that time. I have now had my fifth flat or damaged front tire since ownership occurring on both driver side and passenger side.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-21

Tires

2 of 13 total reports mention: tires.

Power train

2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.

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New vehicle with under 1000 total mileage. Internal pressure control valve in transmission failed causing major damage to transmission with metal shaving found in transmission pan. Transmission and faulty valve needed to be replaced under warranty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-16

Visibility/wiper

1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Structure

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars.

Safety timeline

11 recalls · 1 investigation · 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.

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2018-06-08Seats18V207000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG 4Matic Cabriolet and C63S AMG Cabriolet, 2017 C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Coupe and C63...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatbacks, replacing the seatbacks lock, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2018-07-06Seats18V150000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz C43 AMG, C63S AMG, E63 S AMG Sedan, and E63S AMG Stationwagon vehicles fitted with AMG performance seats.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds of the backrest frames, replacing the backrests as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2018-09-21Structure18V456000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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2019-01-03Air bags18V838000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C43 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Cabriolet, C350e Plug-In Hybrid, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG...

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the audio head unit software, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120009.

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2019-07-12Seats19V130000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, AMG C43 Coupe, C300 4MATIC Cabriolet, C300 4MATIC Coupe, AMG C43 Cabriolet, AMG C63 Cabriolet, AMG C63 Coupe, AMG C63 S Cabriolet and AMG C63...

Remedy: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatback on the affected vehicles and replace the seatback lock, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on April 12, 2019 to notify owners.

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2019-10-18Electrical system19V586000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 C300, C300 4MATIC, and C43 AMG 4MATIC vehicles. The mounting bracket for the 12-volt battery may not be secured.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090010.

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2021-02-26Seat belts21V032000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles. The front seat belts might not fully retract to their stowed position.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the retraction function of the front seat belts and adjust the damping foam within the B-pillars, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2021.

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2021-03-12Communication, electrical system21V058000 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.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

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2021-09-03Structure21V197000 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...

Remedy: Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2024-03-22Structure23V854000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Wheels: 4 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
Recall 18V207000 · Seats
Recall 18V150000 · Seats
Recall 18V456000 · Structure
Recall 18V838000 · Air bags
Recall 19V130000 · Seats
Recall 19V586000 · Electrical system
Recall 21V032000 · Seat belts
Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
Recall 21V197000 · Structure
Recall 23V854000 · Structure

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?: The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?: 11 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.