2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 20%of 5 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53, 20% of the 5 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Was driving the car when it gave me a -48v malfunction. This was quickly followed by an overheat warning to turn the car off. It appears to be an issue with the -48v battery. Still waiting to hear what root cause is as MBUSA has had the car for 24 days and counting without many answers.”
NHTSA complaint #11534064, filed 2023-07Related service bulletins
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- 11034064Jun 19, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11028807Feb 14, 2026Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the engine control unit software does not correspond to current…
- 11026596Dec 6, 2025Complaint <p>ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, HOLD function, Hill-Start Assist, ESP® trailer stabilization, Adaptive Brake Lights, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Adaptive Brake…
- 11015545Mar 4, 2025Complaint Check engine light illuminated Fault code present in MRG3 control unit P22C800 or P22C900 - The valve of the exhaust gas turbocharger is jammed. Cause Check valve in…
- 11012056Dec 19, 2024Complaint Check engine light illuminated Fault code present in MRG3 control unit P22C900 - The valve of the exhaust gas turbocharger is jammed closed. Cause Check valve in charge…
- 11012055Dec 19, 2024Complaint Low engine oil level warning. Engine oil leak under vehicle. Cause Rear crankshaft radial seal rolled during installation Remedy -Check for external oil leak with…
- 11011564Dec 2, 2024Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2020-2023 CLS (257 platform), E-Class (213 and 238 platform), GLE (167 platform)…
- 11010744Nov 19, 2024Complaint Engine cooling fan running for an extended time after switching off vehicle. Cause Optimized thermal management in latest PTCU software. Remedy This is a normal…
- 11007956Sep 20, 2024Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2020-2023 CLS (257 platform), E-Class (213 and 238 platform), GLE (167 platform)…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 20% |
| 2019 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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