2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (3) · Engine (2) · Wheels (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2021-06-25 · campaign 21V478000 · 1,522 vehicles
Defect: 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 2019-06-14 · campaign 19V457000 · 1,002 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Service bulletins (43)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-09-22 · LI42.10-P-078779 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60mph. note: although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. cause although the cause of the vibra
Structure:body 2026-09-14 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Structure:body 2026-08-06 · LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. cause under analysis. remedy to narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • if the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary,
Power Train 2026-07-14 · LI35.30-P-058566 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). the noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. note: sound file in attachment cause if the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar n
Visibility/Wiper 2026-05-19 · LI82.30-P-059239 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint there are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: a: wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering b: the windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) c: during the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the a-pillar
Exterior Lighting 2026-04-16 · LI82.10-P-078301 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
complaint headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. cause fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. it does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. if a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the l
Showing the 6 most recent of 43 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-03-05 · Power Train · 55,000 mi“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, and a message appeared that the transmission had…”
2022-08-30 · Power Train“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. the dealer was made aware of the issue and perform…”
2022-07-27 · Engine“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. …”
2021-04-04 · Power Train · 23,000 mi“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 that came apart. the dealership said there was a reca…”
2020-10-17 · Wheels · 400 mi“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 the car on drives brakes were making noises. i ask…”
2020-09-14 · Engine · 39,427 mi“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.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.