Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
Our database contains no NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 E 4MATIC+. 11 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
No recalls in our database for this model year
That does not guarantee a specific vehicle is unaffected — recalls are issued against VINs, and new campaigns are announced regularly. Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov.
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
No owner complaints recorded for this model year
Either none have been filed with NHTSA, or this vehicle is too new for reports to have accumulated.
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Issue Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, is launching an OTA update to the subject vehicles to provide an enhanced user experience. This OTA update includes enhancements to the MBUX voice assistant. Remedy MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign. Remote software updates are automatically downloaded and installed in the customer’s vehicle free of charge and do not require a dealer visit.
SUSPENSION
Complaint Wheezing noises/squeaking noises from the front shock absorbers when passing over surface undulations and rough road. Noise MUST match those heard in the attached videos. Cause • Wheezing noises: Flow noises of the damper oil • Squeaking noises: From the mechanical rubber valve in the dividing piston Remedy In case of complaints, the front shock absorbers must be replaced. If shocks have been replaced and noise persists, please open a TIPS case to the Body, Chassis, Entertainment inbox.
POWER TRAIN
Complaint Cracking noises on load change from rear axle (can be heard from wheel side). See attached reference video Cause Micro‑movement between the rear half‑shaft (axle shaft) and wheel bearing mounting surface. Remedy To verify, a test drive and thorough NVH diagnosis must be performed in order to verify the root cause of the noise. If the axle shafts have been identified as the source of the noise, perform the following steps: 1. Verify that rear axle side shaft part number A 214 350 44 06 are currently installed on both sides. ‑ If an earlier part number is installed, replace the affected side shaft(s) with A 214 350 44 06. (Before installation, proceed with remaining steps) 2. Clean the contact surfaces of the side shafts and wheel bearings (remove any existing Molykote coating and wear debris). 3. Install one anti‑knock washer per side (A000 990 86 62) 4. Reinstall both side shafts 5. Perform road test and verify noise is no longer present Note: Application of Molykote coating is no longer required.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Issue A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. The update is free of charge and runs in the background, which takes about 8 minutes to install. During this time, the vehicle can be driven without any restrictions, and the new software will be active with the next ignition cycle. Remedy MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign. Remote software updates are automatically downloaded and installed in the customer’s vehicle free of charge and do not require a dealer visit.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint Vehicle will not start after DC charging Warning in the instrument cluster related to High‑voltage on board electrical system The following fault codes related to stuck contactor can be found in the High Voltage Control units : PTCU ‑ N127 (Powertrain control unit) • P154900 ‑ There is a warning due to overcurrent in the charging system of the high‑voltage electric circuit. • P154A00 ‑ There is a warning due to a detected crash event at standstill. • P154B00 ‑ There is a warning due to a stuck contactor. DCB223 ‑ N116/5 (Direct current charge connection unit) • P0E8929 ‑ The input current of the on‑board DC charging connection unit is too high. There is an invalid signal. • P2BC500 ‑ The contact ''Positive terminal'' of the contactor in the on‑board DC current charge‑connection unit is jammed closed • P2BCC00 ‑ The contact ''Negative terminal'' of the contactor in the onboard DC current charge‑connection unit is jammed closed. Instrument cluster warning messages : Cause • Current ripple due to EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) • Overcurrent or Overvoltage due to EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) • DCB contactors did not open immediately due to welding time at the end of DC charging Remedy • Check for a new software availability for DCCU (N116/5 ‑ Direct Current Charge connection Unit). If a new software is available, update the software first. • Reset contactor fault through special procedure without password. ( N116/5 >> Special Procedure >> Resetting of contactor fault.) Important Note : • Do not replace component DCB (N116/5) • If fault codes are not erasable, please raise a TIPS case and send it to HQ.
STEERING
Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. If necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027Viewing | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.