Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 years to avoid
No model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 years
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Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 problems
All model years combined.
- Engine5
- Electrical5
- Driver assistance5
- Wheels3
- Transmission2
- Steering2
- Tires1
- Seat belts1
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | 1 | Engine | 5 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | - | 3 | Steering | 7 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | - | 5 | Driver assistance | 15 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | - | 3 | Engine | 10 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | - | 6 | Electrical | 12 | 0 |
Recalls 25
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz...
- Fuel/propulsion system
- In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has extended the warranty for the...
- Visibility/wiper
Questions about the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53
What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz AMG E53?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53?
Engine, with 5 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (5) and driver assistance (5).
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 have?
25 recalls between 2019 and 2023. The 2021 model year has the most, with 15.
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