2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT

2 recalls — 7 complaints — 27 TSBs

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

1,522 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

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.

1,002 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

7 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	3
ENGINE	2
SERVICE BRAKES	1
WHEELS	1

Incident date: Feb 26, 2024

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 compartment... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2021

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. ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 27, 2022

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.

Incident date: Apr 3, 2021

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 THA... Read more

Incident date: Sep 4, 2020

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 ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 4, 2020

Incident date: Jul 4, 2020

THE ENGINE STARTED TO MISFIRE AT 39,427 MILES IN WHICH MY WARRANTY HAD JUST EXPIRED A MONTH PRIOR TO THE ISSUE I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND HE DETERMINED THE SPARK PLUG WAS BREAKING DUE TO A ENGINE MALFUNCTION FROM THE MANUFACTURE AND THAT COOLANT WAS MIXING WITH THE OIL.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT

27 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	4
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	3
100000 POWER TRAIN	3
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	2
160000 STRUCTURE	2
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	2
350000 EQUIPMENT	2
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER	1

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

As previously reported, to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a Settlement regarding claims relating to alleg

160000 STRUCTURE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is to notify you of the Service Campaign Launch to update MBUX Control Unit software in 12,941 Model Year (??A?A?MY??A?A?) 2024-2025 CLA, EQB, GLA, GLB, GLE, GLS, and AMG GT 4-door (118, 243, 247, 167, and 290 platform). The vehicles w

220000 SEATS

Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel

350000 EQUIPMENT

The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The red battery light in the instrument cluster lights up while driving. Voltage drop in alternator / battery / chassis main circuit.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20, or MBUX. The contact list may not be fully populated and in some instances, the call list will display telephone numbers but no names

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

The customer may note that the Dashcam feature is inoperable with one of the following complaints:

340000 COMMUNICATION

Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional

350000 EQUIPMENT

To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Information Label on Tire Sealant

190000 TIRES

Information Label on Tire Sealant

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Maintenance Computer Software Update

160000 STRUCTURE

Rear wing fault code cannot be deleted, function OK

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

No difference between blower setting 5 and 6 on air conditioning system

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

No difference between blower setting 5 and 6 on air conditioning system

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

C63/GTx 177/178 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's. Engine Running Roughly

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Check Engine Light is on with DTC P030185/ P030685 for misfire cylinder 1 and 6.

250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Check both rear axle upper control arms, replace if necessary.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Dual Clutch Transmission leak has been observed.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Dual clutch transmission leaking

100000 POWER TRAIN

Automatic transmission limp-home mode, fault codes 0717, 0718, 0722, 0723, 2200, 2201, 2204, 2205, 2206, 2207, 2767, 2768, P071700, P071800, P072200, P072300, P276700, P276800

MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT across all model years (2016–2021).

657 Total Recalls

22 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

0 Reported Crashes

0 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2021	104	1	View
2020	186	5	View
2019	184	4	View
2018	91	4	View
2017	90	1	View
2016 (current)	2	7

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