2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 4, 2019 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other AMG G65 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
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NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 so far. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 recalls (3)

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CommunicationNov 1, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V787000 · 24,226 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control; vehicle speed control:cruise controlNov 14, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V713000 · 8,043 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application.

Risk: Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012.

SteeringApr 11, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V250000 · 10,832 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.(MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2016 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles and 2016 G65 AMG vehicles. The steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.

Risk: The steering coupling wear may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. The remedy is currently unavailable. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AMG G65 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.