Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 Years to Avoid (2026): Worst and Best Years

Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 years to avoid

No model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

All model years combined.

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

Year	Score	Complaints	Top problem	Recalls	Crashes
2020	-	1	Acceleration	3	0
2019	-	3	Brakes	7	0
2018	-	2	Suspension	6	2
2017	-	2	Airbags	5	0
2016	-	1	Driver assistance	4	0
2015	-	1	Lights	3	0

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 should you avoid?

No single model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Mercedes-Benz AMG S63?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63?

Steering, with 4 complaints across all years, followed by suspension (2) and fuel system (2).

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 have?

15 recalls between 2015 and 2020. The 2019 model year has the most, with 7.

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.