Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Complaints

36 consumer complaints on file.

#11765097September 17, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning illuminated. Additionally, while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V533000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with an electrical system failure associated with the recall, but the repair was not covered because the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11759268August 24, 2026
SUSPENSION
On July 27, 2026, while driving my 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 under normal conditions, the vehicle suddenly displayed a suspension warning stating, “Malfunction — Drive at Max. 50 mph.” The warning appeared while the vehicle was in motion; I had not received this suspension warning before the incident. I photographed the warning when it occurred and presented the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership for diagnosis and repair that same day. On July 30, the dealership confirmed in writing that the vehicle had a leaking front air strut and required replacement of the front air strut. The dealer advised that the required part did not have an established arrival date. As of August 24, the vehicle remains at the authorized dealership and has not been returned to me. I consider this a safety concern because the suspension malfunction occurred without prior warning while the vehicle was being driven and was serious enough for the vehicle itself to instruct the driver not to exceed 50 mph. A failure affecting an air-suspension component during operation raises concern regarding vehicle ride height, stability, handling, and the ability to safely operate the vehicle at normal highway speeds. The failed component and vehicle are presently in the possession of the authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership and should therefore be available for inspection. The condition has been confirmed by the dealership as a leaking front air strut requiring replacement. The vehicle has a significant prior repair history that includes a documented steering-malfunction warning, drivability complaints, vibration, repeated check-engine warnings, and extensive mechanical repairs. I am not asserting that each prior condition shares the same cause as the present suspension failure, but I am reporting that history because it may be relevant to NHTSA's evaluation of the vehicle's safe operation. I have retained the contemporaneous photograph of the suspension warning, the dealership's writ
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11739859May 25, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
My 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43, VIN [XXX] , has had a recurring safety issue with the transmission wiring harness and connector X279. Mercedes-Benz said this connector can let water in, which can cause a short circuit, overheating, and a fire risk while the car is parked and off. That is why the vehicle was covered by recall 24V445 / MBUSA Campaign 2024100002. This same issue was already addressed once before in January 2023 under MBUSA Campaign 2022080010 / NHTSA 22V-533, when the connector was checked and reworked and a bracket was installed. Even after that, the car later had to go back again on November 29, 2024 for the newer recall repair, when the original two-part harness was replaced with a one-part harness. The part that concerns me most is that this is not just a routine repair issue. It is a fire risk that can happen while the vehicle is parked with the ignition off. I am also concerned that the recall and service records do not clearly show the exact completion date in the manufacturer’s system. I am asking NHTSA to record this complaint and review the defect history and repair history for this vehicle. I can provide the recall notices, service records, purchase contract, vehicle history report, and the notice I already sent to Mercedes-Benz USA. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11736380May 7, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
On April 17, 2026, my 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe experienced a sudden and complete electrical failure while operating on a public roadway in Texas. The vehicle lost propulsion and became completely disabled in active traffic during dusk/nighttime conditions. All electrical systems failed simultaneously, including lighting and hazard lights. The vehicle could not be restarted, moved, or recharged roadside and was effectively “bricked.” This created a serious safety hazard because the vehicle was stranded in traffic with no hazard lights or electrical warning systems available to alert surrounding vehicles. Police officers responded to protect the vehicle and occupants due to the dangerous roadway location. Due to the low ride height/body configuration of the vehicle, a specialized tow truck was required, causing the disabled vehicle to remain exposed in traffic for more than five hours. The vehicle was finally removed around 11:00 PM and transported to a Mercedes-Benz service center. Mercedes-Benz service documentation confirmed: Internal failure involving the 12V battery system Consequential overload/failure of the 48V system Multiple diagnostic trouble codes Vehicle shutdown conditions The vehicle and components are available for inspection upon request. The condition was confirmed and inspected by Mercedes-Benz technicians and police officers at the scene. Prior to the total failure, dashboard warning messages and malfunction alerts had appeared. After repairs including replacement of the 12V and 48V systems, the vehicle again displayed warning messages on May 7, 2026: “Cooling System Malfunction – Reduced Drive Power – Service Required.” Because this warning resembled the precursor symptoms before the original total shutdown event, the vehicle was immediately returned to the same Mercedes-Benz service center to prevent another dangerous roadway failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11713955January 28, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
Was traveling to Ft. Worth to babysit my grandchildren and when I was on the freeway in afternoon traffic my car was not accelerating and I kept stepping on the gas and the car started to get slower and then all of a sudden it completely stopped in the middle of traffic(I didn't pull over to the side like Mercedes stated, it stopped in the middle lane of the freeway, the engine light was on) and I had to locate the hazard lights so no one would run into the back of my car. When it stopped, I had to put it in park and restart the car. I thank God that my grandchildren weren't with me or that someone didn't hit the back of the car. I ask Siri to find the nearest dealership and it was Mercedes-Benz of Grapevine, proceeded to go there first. They called me the next morning and told me it was the Fuel Pump. Then on Jan. 16, 2026, I took my car in for routine maintenance and they found a leak on the Front Differential and they practically removed the whole engine to fix the leak. Had this fix on Jan 20, 2026 This car just turn 2 years old on Dec. 23. Contacted the corporate office as I was directed by the Service Director, Richey Barnes and was told that before they could do anything it had to break down again or anything major. I told them that I have my young grandchildren with me since I often have to babysit them and he told me that there was nothing he could do.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11699400November 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Recall 2024100002 for my 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 is listed as “Completed” in the manufacturer’s system, but the dealer’s service record from November 2024 clearly states that the recall part was on backorder and the repair was not performed. There is no later record of the recall ever being completed. After the recall was marked “Completed,” multiple paid repairs were performed in the same system, including extensive electrical and engine-related work, totaling several thousand dollars. Warning messages and check-engine lights continued to appear, and the underlying issue was never properly resolved. The dealer repeatedly cleared fault codes and performed symptom-based repairs without identifying or correcting the cause. In 2025, the dealer also presented a very high repair estimate related to the same components affected by the recall. This raises concerns that safety-related repairs may have been converted into paid work while the recall remained incomplete. The vehicle was also marked “Disabled” by the dealer, even though it remained drivable. Release of the vehicle was delayed without a clear explanation. The dealer has not provided any confirmation that the recall was actually performed. The manufacturer acknowledged receiving my concern and forwarded it to the dealer, but no one has responded for several weeks. The unresolved status of this recall and the repeated issues affecting the electrical, engine, and propulsion systems raise concerns of a safety defect and possible recall non-compliance. I am requesting that NHTSA review the recall completion status and investigate whether the required safety remedy was performed correctly or reported inaccurately.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687690September 16, 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Needs more sensitivity sensor.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11687701September 16, 2025
STEERING
Sensors
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11684912September 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
HAND BRAKE STICKS ON AND WONT RELEASE
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674687July 19, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Rear view camera having black out 2 times out of 3 since I received the vehicle brand new in January 2025. It is dangerousy when you pull back
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660293May 11, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST ISSUE WAS REPRODUCED AT DEALESHIP. ISSUE IS EASY TO IDENTIFY. VEHICULE WAS INSPECTED BY DEALERSHIP, MANUFACTURER IS AWARE. FAULT LIGHT ON DASHBOARD SHOW A FAULT ICON THE 2021 AMG GT BLACKSERIES HAVE AN ACTIVE REAR WING. A PART OF THE ACTIVE REAR WING IS ACTIVE BUT HAS A HIGH FAILURE WHICH AT SOME SPEEDS CAN BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE ACTIVE PART IS NOT WORKING AND DO NOT PROVIDE THE DOWNFORCE THAT IT SHOULD BECAUSE OF THE ACTATOR FAILURES. THERE ARE A HIGH NUMBERS OF REPLACEMENT REQUESTED THROUGHT THE MERCEDES NETWORK BUT THEY ARE BEING REPLACED BY THE SAME PART # NOT AN UPDATED ONE TO AVOID FAILURES. SOME OWNERS DO NOT HAVE A REPLACEMENT DUE TO NONE IN STOCKS. THE 2021 IS UNDER WARRANTY BUT AMG MERCEDES HAS NOT , YET, INFORMED OWNERS OF THE POTENTIAL HAZARD. THE ACTIVE PART OF THE REAR WING WHEN FAILED IS SIMPLY NOT RESPONSIVE (NOT MOVING ACCORDING TO SPEEDS OR BRAKING ACTIONS). PLEASE REVIEW THE ISSUE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT. THANK YOU
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11629844December 10, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V445000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11621490October 23, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2023 MERCEDES GT 43 AMG, approximately one year old caught fire in the garage of our home. The car was off and sitting in the garage for approximately 10 hours prior to fire damaging the garage and parts of the house. This occurred at approximately [XXX] on [XXX]. There were 3 people in the house including [XXX]. One adult was awake at the time and alerted to the smell of smoke coming from the garage. Everyone was evacuated and the fire department was called. Upon arriving, garage was opened and front of Mercedes was in flames. Fire was put out by the fire department. The vehicle has since been inspected by car insurance, Mercedes corporate and fire department. The car has been deemed a total loss. There were no warning lamps, messages or anything else going on with the car prior to fire. The car is currently in the hands of State Farm and is available for inspection upon request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611430August 28, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V880000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The failure mileage was 2,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11594068June 12, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
I was driving my car on [XXX] , 2024, on the [XXX] highway when the car suddenly started to display many errors on the dashboard/cluster. Then, while moving, the gas pedal suddenly stopped working, and at the same time, all the electrical buttons and lights started flashing. The shift didn’t work, and the gas pedal didn’t respond, which put me in danger in the middle of the highway. Luckily, no one hit my car, and I was able to pull to the side of [XXX] . I then called Mercedes Me from the car and had it towed to the dealership. Here are some of the warning lights that came on the cluster/dashboard, which put me in a very dangerous situation in the middle of the highway. It’s also worth mentioning that for the same issue, the car stayed in the dealership service for 10 days, and they returned it to me saying no issue was found. After 1-2 days of getting the car back, I faced the above situation. Warning lights/issues: Inoperative Active brake assist functions limited Active blind spot inoperative Active lane keeping assist inoperative Motor sign on dashboard RBS warning on dashboard Active distance assist inoperative 4 matic currently unavailable Malfunction in red and yellow color flashing Traffic sign assist inoperative All button lights were flashing Shift is not operative Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated, because it is a major safety concern. Thank you. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11575491March 5, 2024
POWER TRAIN
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 failed. The vehicle was restarted but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11537694August 10, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) 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 contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,500. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11516160April 9, 2023
STEERING
The steering column sticks in the up position. The electric motor will not move up or down. Not being able to correctly adjust the height of the steering column is a safety issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11482052August 30, 2022
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 performed an inspection and verified that the carbon-fiber driveshaft needed to be replaced; however, the dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476730July 31, 2022
WHEELS
The recently completed recall on this vehicle back in 2021 last year for the wheel hub caps. Approximately two days ago, I drove it off the dealership and after I got home I noticed the wheel hub cap was missing from my passenger side. This is a known hazard and hasn't been remedied correctly from the last recall service it had and I'm sure it fell off again. Would I be able to get this replaced for free? Because the dealership told me it wouldn't be covered under warranty and they're asking me to fork over $120 for a plastic hub cap.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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