2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43

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2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:18.637Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2021

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2016: 2 complaints 2016 2017: 23 complaints 2018: 13 complaints 2018 2019: 7 complaints 2020: 12 complaints 2021: 1 complaint 2021 1 2022: 1 complaint 2023: 3 complaints 2024: 0 complaints 2024
2016: 2 complaints 2016 2017: 23 complaints 2017 2018: 13 complaints 2018 2019: 7 complaints 2019 2020: 12 complaints 2020 2021: 1 complaint 2021 1 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 3 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2024
2016: 2 complaints 2016 2017: 23 complaints 2017 2018: 13 complaints 2018 2019: 7 complaints 2019 2020: 12 complaints 2020 2021: 1 complaint 2021 1 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 3 complaints 2023 2024: 0 complaints 2024

2021: 1 complaint

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YearComplaints
20162
201723
201813
20197
202012
20211
20221
20233
20240

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 1 total report mentions: tires.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Sport Contact, Tire Size: 225/40/R19, DOT Number: LMJAD5UR (Front Tires) and Pirelli Tires, Tire Line: P Zero, Tire Size: 225/40/R19, DOT Number: 93X2Y082...

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-18

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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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    2021-05-21Air bags, seat belts, seats21V230000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040016.

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    2021-07-16Seats21V406000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG S Cabriolet, E450 Cabriolet, and E53 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. The rear headrests may be incorrectly mounted to the seatbacks.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear seatback guide bushings and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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    2022-07-08Communication, electrical system22V365000 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.

    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.

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    2022-07-15Back over prevention22V232000 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.

    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.

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    2023-09-29Fuel system, gasoline23V445000 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.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 21V230000 · Air bags, seat belts, seats
  • Recall 21V406000 · Seats
  • Recall 22V365000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 22V232000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 23V445000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2021 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?
6 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.