2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C63

3 recalls, 8 complaints - 98 TSBs

16V363000 May 26, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300 Sedan, C300 4matic Sedan, C350 Sedan, C63 AMG Sedan vehicles, 2010-2011 GLK350, GLK350 4-Matic and E350 Coupe vehicles, 2011 SLS AMG, E350 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles originally sold, or ever regi... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. Owners were sent an interim notification October 2016. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
258,163 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
15V711000 Oct 27, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 C300 Sedan, C300 4Matic, C63 AMG, and C350 vehicles, and 2010 GLK350 and GLK350 4Matic vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the air bag control unit may corrode and cause the control unit to malfunction.
Consequence
The malfunctioning air bag control unit may cause the air bags to unexpectedly deploy increasing the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. Alternatively, the air bag control unit malfunction may cause the air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployme... Read more
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag control unit and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. Mercedes-Benz issued an interim notification to owners on December 23, 2015. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
127,504 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
14V177000 Apr 11, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 C300, C300 4Matic, C350, and C63 AMG vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, through July 13, 2011. In the affected vehicles, a poor electrical ground connection may result in the dimming or failure of the tail lights.
Consequence
Dimming or failure of the tail lights reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping or turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holders if not previously updated and replace any corroded connectors, free of charge. The recall began on August, 18, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.
252,867 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

8 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
EXTERIOR LIGHTING2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
STEERING1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 15, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2016
THE ELECTRONIC STEERING CONTROL LOCK MODULE WENT OUT ON MY CAR. THIS SEEMS TO BE A REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH ANY "W204" 2008/2009 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL CAR. I'VE DOCUMENTED OVER A FEW HUNDRED CASES ALONE ON THE FORUMS ONLINE. THIS IS A DEALERSHIP ONLY FIX AND SHOULD BE RECALLED. BASICALLY, SECURITY SYSTE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 15, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2016
THE ELECTRONIC STEERING CONTROL LOCK MODULE WENT OUT ON MY CAR. THIS SEEMS TO BE A REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH ANY "W204" 2008/2009 MERCEDES BENZ MODEL CAR. I'VE DOCUMENTED OVER A FEW HUNDRED CASES ALONE ON THE FORUMS ONLINE. THIS IS A DEALERSHIP ONLY FIX AND SHOULD BE RECALLED. BASICALLY, SECURITY SYSTE... Read more
STEERING Jun 17, 2016
Incident date: Jun 15, 2016
MY 2008 MERCEDES AMG C63 HAD BEEN OPERATING WITHOUT FLAWS UNTIL RECENTLY, I PARKED, WENT IN THE GYM TO WORK OUT FOR 45 MINS. WHEN I CAME OUT AND TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, WOULDN'T COME OUT OF PARK. LEFT ME STRANDED. I HAVE READ DOZENS OF COMPLAINTS ON ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 17, 2016
Incident date: Jun 15, 2016
MY 2008 MERCEDES AMG C63 HAD BEEN OPERATING WITHOUT FLAWS UNTIL RECENTLY, I PARKED, WENT IN THE GYM TO WORK OUT FOR 45 MINS. WHEN I CAME OUT AND TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, WOULDN'T COME OUT OF PARK. LEFT ME STRANDED. I HAVE READ DOZENS OF COMPLAINTS ON ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 29, 2013
Incident date: Dec 2, 2013
REAR TAILLIGHTS STARTED SMOKING. IT WAS ALL BURNED OUT CAUSING REAR RIGHT TAILLIGHT TO MALFUNCTION. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 29, 2013
Incident date: Dec 2, 2013
REAR TAILLIGHTS STARTED SMOKING. IT WAS ALL BURNED OUT CAUSING REAR RIGHT TAILLIGHT TO MALFUNCTION. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 29, 2013
Incident date: Jun 20, 2013
THE PASSENGER TAIL LAMP BULB CARRIER, GROUND WIRE, AND CONNECTING PLASTIC HARNESS ALL MELTED CAUSING MY TAIL LAMPS TO APPEAR DIM AND EVENTUALLY MELTED TO THE POINT THE PASSENGER BRAKE LIGHTS, REAR RUNNING LAMPS, REAR PASSENGER TURN SIGNAL AND REAR FOG LAMP ALL COMPLETELY QUIT FUNCTIONING. I CONTACTE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 11, 2013
Incident date: Jan 26, 2013
2008 C63 AMG-EVERY TIME FILL UP TANK THERE VERY STRONG GAS SMELL EVEN OUT DOOR. I TRACKED DOWN SMELL FROM UNDER BACK SEAT WHERE GAS TANK IS. OPEN BACK SEAT YOU WILL SEE WET SPOT FROM GAS LEAK. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS THAT CAR CAN GET CAUGHT ON FIRE. I RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND MANY MERCEDES HAS... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C63

98 manufacturer communications from 69 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING6
350000 EQUIPMENT5
060000 ENGINE (PWS)4
100000 POWER TRAIN4
010000 STEERING4
140000 AIR BAGS4
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE4
NCU - 24240304 Mar 12, 2024
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
NCU - 24240304 Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg
LI91.18-P-077075 Dec 4, 2023
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
CL-ELWSubframe Mar 31, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Mar 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Mar 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe Feb 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle rega
LI68.05-P-060306 Jan 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed
LI68.05-P-060307 Jan 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the
LI4245P073405 Aug 2, 2021
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
After starting the engine, the instrument cluster shows the "EBD not available, diagnosis/test stand" message in yellow.
LI4245P073405 Aug 2, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
After starting the engine, the instrument cluster shows the "EBD not available, diagnosis/test stand" message in yellow.
LI54.30-P-072145 Dec 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI54.30-P-072145 Dec 10, 2020
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
NTG5.5: Incorrect time shown on instrument cluster, COMAND display, and analog clock
LI42.47-P-067502 Dec 9, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI42.47-P-067502 Dec 9, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI27.50-P-071658 Sep 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
LI82.10-P-064766 Jun 30, 2020
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
NCU - HVAC Warra May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
LI33 30-P-056665 Aug 5, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI33 30-P-056665 Aug 5, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
LI54-21-P-062006 May 31, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly
LI5421P062006 Dec 3, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly
LI91 45-P-066075 Jul 23, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
LI54 21-P-062006 Jul 12, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly
LI07 70-P-066276 Mar 12, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Check Engine Light is on with DTC P030185/ P030685 for misfire cylinder 1 and 6.
LI05 20-P-067123 Oct 9, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil in engine wiring harness
P-SC-2017030011 Mar 17, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Replace Driver-Side and (if applicable) Front Passenger Air Bag
P-SC-2016090006 Jan 6, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Replace Driver-Side and Front Passenger Air Bag
LI0708P0651491 Nov 7, 2016
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Engine sound change after recent software updates.
LI0708P0651491 Nov 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine sound change after recent software updates.
LI0708P0651491 Nov 7, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Engine sound change after recent software updates.
LI8210P0647661 Aug 26, 2016
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamps fogged.
LI8285P0581859 Aug 16, 2016
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
"Anti-theft protection activated".
201511002 Feb 26, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler AG (DAG) has decided that a supplier production error in the SRS control unit could lead to a failure of the SRS control unit. This malfunction of the SRS control unit would illuminate the SRS warning lamp and subsequently deactivat
201511002 Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Daimler AG (DAG) has decided that a supplier production error in the SRS control unit could lead to a failure of the SRS control unit. This malfunction of the SRS control unit would illuminate the SRS warning lamp and subsequently deactivat
201511002 Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Daimler AG (DAG) has decided that a supplier production error in the SRS control unit could lead to a failure of the SRS control unit. This malfunction of the SRS control unit would illuminate the SRS warning lamp and subsequently deactivat
RecallUpdate Feb 11, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags.
LI32.25-P-061137 Mar 24, 2015
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI32.25-P-061137 Mar 24, 2015
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI32.25-P-061137 Mar 24, 2015
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
LI91.10-P-059387 Jul 12, 2014
220000 SEATS
Noises from flat spring core in backrest
LI91.10-P-048411 Jul 12, 2014
220000 SEATS
The pneumatic 4-way lumbar support fails. Lumbar support pockets cannot be filled up or they drain.
LI91.25-P-059380 Jul 10, 2014
220000 SEATS
Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
LI05.10-P-058758 Mar 19, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Noise: A rattling noise may be heard from the area of the chain drive for approx. 2-5 seconds after engine start. And/or: Fault code entries in engine control unit: SIM271DE20: P001177 The position of the intake camshaft (cylinder bank
P-B-82.85-703 Mar 10, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
A production fault means that the telematics DVD A 166 827 14 00 cannot be used. Because of this the previous telematics DVDs A 204 827 03 65 and A 204 827 10 65 must continue to be used for control unit programming. If required, these are
LI82.85-P-058582 Mar 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Apple products (iPhone or iPod) are not charged via the serial USB interface of the COMAND Online control unit (A40/3) in the stowage compartment of the center console.
LI54.15-P-057373 Feb 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI54.15-P-057373 Feb 28, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI49.20-P-056353 Feb 25, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.
LI54.10-P-054089 Feb 25, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery discharged, vehicle does not start.
LI46.15-P-058505 Feb 25, 2014
010000 STEERING
Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
LI35.30-P-058566 Feb 25, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)
LI46.35-P-058063 Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Fault code U41600 logged in 'ES' (electric steering) control unit after software update or steering gear replacement. Note: Fault code U41600 means: Implausible data were received from the control unit "Traction system". This fault code
LI49.20-P-056353 Feb 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.
C1A140101 Feb 11, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon
LI54.25-P-056472 Feb 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The key is not recognized in the electronic ignition switch, the vehicle cannot be started and/or the automatic transmission may perform an "Automatic P function" at speeds below 6 km/h.
LI14.20-P-052079 Feb 6, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700
P-SC-2014020003 Feb 1, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the seam seal at the spare tire well may not be to specification. To correct this condition, an authorized Merced
S-SC- 2013090008 Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz deal
P-SC-2014020003 Feb 1, 2014
198000 TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the seam seal at the spare tire well may not be to specification. To correct this condition, an authorized Merced
LI54.65-P-058105 Dec 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Parktronic system switches to malfunction. The driver notices a fault message (4 red LEDs and 2 sec continuous signal). The following fault codes are stored in the PTS control unit (N62): A23400 - Rear PARKTRONIC warning element 1 ha
LI8270P056963 Aug 21, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software update of COMAND Online control unit.
LI8285P055695 Aug 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.
LI8270P055572 Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
LI27.20-P-055758 Jul 30, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
LI33.30-P-056665 Jul 18, 2013
010000 STEERING
Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
LI82.95-P-056655 Jul 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
LI47.40-P-053871 Jul 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "Very fine leak" or P044200 "Fine leak" stored in engine control unit.
LI82.85-P-055695 Jul 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
LI82.10-P-053604 Jul 8, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Fault message in display - Right rear turn signal light inoperative
LI8870P056690 Jul 3, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Outside mirror fogged.
C1A-130501 Jul 1, 2013
190000 TIRES
Model X204 (GLK 250 BT) with AMG Styling Package 321. Model Year 2013 Install Tire Fit Kit, Replace Monroney Label
LI46.35-P-055485 Jun 28, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine does not start, or various fault messages in instrument cluster immediately after engine start and servo assistance is reduced. The following display messages may appear: - Red message "Power Steering Malfunction - See Operator's M
SC-2012070002 Nov 1, 2012
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
MERCEDES: CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID MAY LEAK OIL DUE TO SETTLING PROPERTIES OF SEAL AND THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS WILL BE RETROFITTED WITH FOUR ADAPTER HARNESSES AS A PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE. MODELS 2005-2011 164, 171, 203, 204, 207, 209
LI-72-19-P053604 Apr 18, 2012
126000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
XENTRY (MERCEDES): THE SIGNAL LIGHT FOR RIGHT REAR TURN IS INOPERATIVE. FAULT MESSAGE DISPLAYED. *PE
LI-05-20-P May 31, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH MULTIPLE POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. THERE COULD BE A PROBLEM WITH THE CAMSHAFT AND/OR SCORING OF A PISTON. *RM
LI-82-30 Dec 13, 2010
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
MERCEDEZ-BENZ: AUTO LIGHTS INOPERATIVE MESAGE IS DISPLAYED. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
LI-82-30 Dec 13, 2010
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
MERCEDEZ-BENZ: AUTO LIGHTS INOPERATIVE MESAGE IS DISPLAYED. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
LI-82-30 Dec 13, 2010
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
MERCEDEZ-BENZ: AUTO LIGHTS INOPERATIVE MESAGE IS DISPLAYED. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
LI-82-30 Dec 13, 2010
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
MERCEDEZ-BENZ: AUTO LIGHTS INOPERATIVE MESAGE IS DISPLAYED. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
LI-72-20 Dec 8, 2010
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
MERCEDES-BENZ: ON ROUGH ROADS THERE IS A KNOCKING NOISE IN THE LIFTGATE AREA. THE STOP BUFFERS ARE TOO HARD AND ARE CREATING THE NOISE DURING VIBRATION. *RM
LI-72-20 Dec 8, 2010
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
MERCEDES-BENZ: ON ROUGH ROADS THERE IS A KNOCKING NOISE IN THE LIFTGATE AREA. THE STOP BUFFERS ARE TOO HARD AND ARE CREATING THE NOISE DURING VIBRATION. *RM
SB-32-25-82 Nov 19, 2010
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82 Nov 19, 2010
022130 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82 Nov 19, 2010
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
SB-32-25-82 Nov 19, 2010
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM
LI-54-21 Dec 17, 2009
121300 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
XENTRY: EXTERIOR LIGHTS CONSTANTLY ON. POSSIBLE COMPONENTS: LOW BEAMS; FRONT FOG LAMP; HIGH BEAMS; WASHER FLUID PUMP AND THE HEADLAMP CLEANING SYSTEM ARE ALSO POTENTIALLY AFFECTED. HARDWARE FAULT IN DRIVER SIDE SAM. MODEL 204. NO MODEL
LI-54-21 Dec 17, 2009
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
XENTRY: EXTERIOR LIGHTS CONSTANTLY ON. POSSIBLE COMPONENTS: LOW BEAMS; FRONT FOG LAMP; HIGH BEAMS; WASHER FLUID PUMP AND THE HEADLAMP CLEANING SYSTEM ARE ALSO POTENTIALLY AFFECTED. HARDWARE FAULT IN DRIVER SIDE SAM. MODEL 204. NO MODEL
LI46-20-P-048484 Dec 3, 2009
010000 STEERING
XENTRY: STEERING LEAKY AT INTERNAL OIL LINES. CONNECTOR OF INTERNAL OIL LINE OR SEALING WASHERS/O-RINGS DAMAGED. NOT NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE STEERING SYSTEM. REMOVE STEERING; REPLACE BOTH INTERNAL OIL LINES; INSTALL STEERING. MO
C1A-091101 Nov 1, 2009
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MERCEDES BENZ: REPROGRAM MBRACE (N123/4) DIALED NUMBERS TO HUGHES. THIS ACTION APPLIES TO NEW VEHICLE INVENTORY ONLY. *PE
LI91-40-P-047922 Sep 29, 2009
150000 SEAT BELTS
MERCEDES: SEAT BELTS, EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTORS. A NEW REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CANNOT BE INSTALLED. AS OF MODIFICATION , THE CONNECTOR HOUSING OF THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR WAS REVISED AND IS IN
LI91-40-P-047922 Sep 29, 2009
152000 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
MERCEDES: SEAT BELTS, EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTORS. A NEW REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CANNOT BE INSTALLED. AS OF MODIFICATION , THE CONNECTOR HOUSING OF THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR WAS REVISED AND IS IN
LI91-40-P-047922 Sep 29, 2009
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
MERCEDES: SEAT BELTS, EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTORS. A NEW REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CANNOT BE INSTALLED. AS OF MODIFICATION , THE CONNECTOR HOUSING OF THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR WAS REVISED AND IS IN
LI91-40-P-047922 Sep 29, 2009
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
MERCEDES: SEAT BELTS, EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTORS. A NEW REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CANNOT BE INSTALLED. AS OF MODIFICATION , THE CONNECTOR HOUSING OF THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR WAS REVISED AND IS IN
TB-P-047921 Sep 3, 2009
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
MERCEDES: FAULT MESSAGE IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (PRE-SAFE INACTIVE) AND FAULT CODE 530630 IS CURRENT AND STORED IN THE REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CONTROL UNIT. LEFT FRONT REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR CONTROL UNIT
SC-2009080005 Sep 1, 2009
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
MERCEDES BENZ: ADJUST TRUNK LID STOPS. DUE TO TOLERANCE AND SETTLING OF THE RUBBER SEAL THE TRUNK LID MAY TOUCH THE BUMPER DURING CLOSING ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. DEALERS WILL ADJUST THE TRUNK LID STOPS AT THE NEXT WORKSHOP VISIT. *PE

MERCEDES-BENZ C63 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ C63 across all model years (2008, 2011).

14 Total Recalls
31 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ C63 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2011 3 2 View
2010 3 6 View
2009 5 15 View
2008 (current) 3 8

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