2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 recalls and problems

The 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 recalls

Recall 24V-874: Visibility

Reported Nov 19, 2024 · 33,456 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

Recall 22V-954: Visibility

Reported Dec 23, 2022 · 131,653 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.

Recall 19V-918: Visibility

Reported Dec 20, 2019 · 747,928 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Risk: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags3
Fuel/Propulsion System3

Most reported parts

  • Air Bags › Frontal — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,252 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jul 26, 2018
Vehicle exhibiting same characteristics of fuel leak from gas tank as other vehicle models involved in NHTSA investigation ea13-003. Strong fuel odor originating from left rear section of the vehicle behind left rear wheel after fill-up. Only occurs after fill-up with full tank of gas, I only notice when stationary because I AM outside of the vehicle. The NHTSA investigation ea13-003 needs to be expanded to include my model vehicle, c55 amg. Also, please see this mbworld.com thread: https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c55-amg-w203/712997-c55-smells-like-gas-after-I-fill-up.html
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 75,252 miles · reported Jan 30, 2016
I purchased a second 2005 amg c55 and once again, experienced fuel leaking at top of fuel sending unit. This is identical to the issue found in NHTSA action number : ea13003. Ea13003 should be expanded to 2005 & 2006 c55 amg's the problem is very dangerous as gasoline pools at the top of the sending unit after filling the gas tank. Said pooling is beneath the rear passenger seat.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 167,000 miles · reported Dec 3, 2015
Vehicle exhibiting same characteristics of fuel leak from gas tank as other vehicle models involved in NHTSA investigation ea13-003. Strong fuel odor originating from left rear section of the vehicle behind left rear wheel after fill-up. Only occurs after fill-up with fuel tank of gas. The NHTSA investigation ea13-003 needs to be expanded to include my model vehicle, c55 amg.
Air Bags · at 28,000 miles · reported Feb 5, 2008
I AM very concerned that the air bag release mechanism; of my car a 2005 mercedes benz c55 amg, is defective. I was involved in 2 accidents, 1st a right frontal with severe damage needing $26,000 in repairs, and the 2nd a left frontal that caused so much damage that my insurer may total the vehicle. The 2nd accident caused multiple fractures in my neck vertebrae and could have been fatal or left me quadriplegic but due to multiple neurosurgeries by the expert in the field, I survived. In neither accident did the air bags deploy and I AM strongly concerned that the release mechanism is…
Air Bags · reported Feb 4, 2008
Airbags for c-55 amg failed to deploy during two separate high-impact frontal impacts (During which the car was nearly totaled each time) the consumers father was severely injured in the 2nd car accident.

Other Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55: 24V-874 (visibility), 22V-954 (visibility), 19V-918 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Mercedes-Benz AMG C55?

Owners report air bags problems most often (3 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,252 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.