After watching the korean owner's protest on the safety concern on the new s63, I felt the need to recall my vehicle on the ecu filed by the federal safety agency on december 6th. After the recall on december 22nd. I drove my car for 80miles. Whenever I slow the car down from traffic, the car jerks foward when it is downshifting (automatic) from 4th gear to 3rd gear and 3rd to 2nd gear. I went back to the dealer, they ask my permission for extra 60 miles of diagnostics because they think there is an "adaptation" period for the "mechanical" to adapt to the "new ecu software recall", and I agreed as long as the car can be fixed. Two days later, dealer called me that the transmission broke (can no longer shift and not drivable with engine lights on). I request a replacement of transmission since the car is new (less than 2000 miles driven); they told me it is not possible to replace but to fix the transmission (crake open my transmission). I cannot accept the fact that the new ecu update filed on dec 6th broke my transmission. I can no longer trust the manufacture recall because it breaks my new vehicle. I can't upload any proves right now because the dealer has the hold of my vehicle
The worst 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic problems
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Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 S63 AMG sedans and 2015-2016 S63 AMG 4Matic sedans and coupes manufactured May 14, 2013, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a traffic light.
- Risk
- The vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the ECO-Start-function. However, the engine will not restart automatically after releasing the brake pedal, immobilizing the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON DECEMBER 2, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.
Recall number 15V652000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic 104
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- Engine
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
- Tailgate opens unintentionally
- A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially...
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements...
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Questions about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic
Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic, close to a typical AMG S63 4matic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V652000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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