Is the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43

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2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:03:31.773Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 3
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2023: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing air.

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I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC. The vehicle has approximately 23,000 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-05

Suspension

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. While driving into a parking lot at a very slow speed, the braking system suddenly activated, and the vehicle shut off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-15

Also filed under Service brakes, air

Forward collision avoidance

1 of 3 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.

Engine

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

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My vehicle developed a coolant warning during normal road use. I had not experienced any known collision, crash, or unusual impact. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-24

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2023-08-11Electrical system23V463000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The ground connections for the electrical wiring harness may not be secured properly, which can result in the electrical wiring harness overheating.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the ground connections for the electrical wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373.

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2023-08-18Electrical system23V462000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 vehicles. The transmission wiring harness may be the incorrect length, which can result in harness damage and a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission wiring harness routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373.

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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.

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2024-02-23Fuel system, gasoline23V880000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, 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 28, 2024.

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2024-04-05Electrical system24V115000 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,...

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.

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2024-07-12Electrical system, seats24V371000 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.

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.

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2025-05-16Seat belts25V253000 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.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V463000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V462000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V445000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 23V880000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 24V115000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V371000 · Electrical system, seats
Recall 25V253000 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 have?: 7 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.