2016 Am General MV-1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 23, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other MV-1 years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Am General MV-1. That is the most of any MV-1 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2016 Am General MV-1 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1
Engine1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———
Engine1100%———
Vehicle Speed Control1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2016 Am General MV-1 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 Am General MV-1.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

For approximately 3 years, this vehicle has experienced repeated unintended transmission downshifts at freeway speeds without warning or driver input. The vehicle can suddenly and violently downshift at highway speed, creating a serious risk of loss of control, skidding, rear impact, or crash. This…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Apr 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11733446

Other Am General MV-1 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201610
2014 MV-110

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Am General MV-1?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Am General MV-1?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2016 Am General MV-1 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MV-1 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.