Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, across 6 model years (2016–2021). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No AMG GT model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 AMG GT: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2020 AMG GT: 4 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2019 AMG GT: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2017 AMG GT: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
- 2018 AMG GT: 2 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2021 AMG GT: 2 complaints, 2 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 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG GT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 AMG GT | 2 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 AMG GT | 4 | 4 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2019 AMG GT | 3 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 AMG GT | 2 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2017 AMG GT | 1 | 5 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 AMG GT | 6 | 2 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (6), 2020 (4), 2019 (3). 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 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Power Train, with 6 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT have?
12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.