Am General MV-1 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 23, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Am General MV-1, across 2 model years (2014–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412016: 120161

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Am General MV-1 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No MV-1 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2016 MV-1: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2014 MV-1: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Am General MV-1 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Engine110
Service Brakes110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Am General MV-1 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 MV-110—Electrical System
2014 MV-110—Service Brakes

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Frequently asked questions

Which Am General MV-1 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (1), 2014 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Am General MV-1?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Am General MV-1 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.