2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other AMG GT years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. That is the most of any AMG GT model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 39,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 50% | 39,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 33% | 39,427 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 17% | 400 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 17% | 400 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Risk: A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GTS. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started to lose motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact observed a grinding noise emanating from the engine…
The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V478000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…
2016 mercedes benz amg. Consumer writes in regard to nhtsa safety recall 21v-478. The consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the recall repair. The parts were not available.
Driving on the interstate and heard 2-3 loud pops, car was in motion and loss power and would not accelerate. Lucky there was no other cars on the interstate at the time, car will start but will not move. Had it towed to the nearest mercedes dealership and they said it was the 2 piece driveshaft…
I couldn't go to take the car on a test drive. I was 3 hours away but they help me get everything done online. And when i went to get the vehicle.my brother notice a bubble on the tire. Told the representative he said he will send me a new tire. He submitted it throw the insurance. And when i took…
Other Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 AMG GT | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 AMG GT | 4 | 4 |
| 2019 AMG GT | 3 | 2 |
| 2018 AMG GT | 2 | 5 |
| 2017 AMG GT | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Owners most often report power train, engine, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other AMG GT model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.