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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 5safety recalls
- 10owner complaints
- 0crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 9%fail the UK MOT
The most complained-about Mercedes-Benz AMG GT year on file: 10 complaints, against an average of 3 for the other 6 model years.
Every Mercedes-Benz AMG GT model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
The components named most often in the 10 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT been recalled?
5 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft 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.
CommunicationOver-the-air fix Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft 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.
Electrical System: Software Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350 Wagon 4Matic, GLK350 and SL550 vehicles, 2012 CLS550 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2016 E350 vehicles, 2016-2017 GL450 4Matic vehicles, 2012-2014 ML350 4Matic BlueTec vehicles, 2015 S550, S550 4Matic and C300 4Matic Sedan vehicles, 2015-2016 C300 Sedan vehicles, and 2017 SL63 AMG vehicles. Various control units on these vehicles may have been updated with incorrect software, potentially affecting the correct deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015 to July 24, 2015. In affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.
Risk: If the adhesive bond fails and results in a loss of torque to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAThe bonding of the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine-/transmission flang might not meet specifications
Risk: The bonding of the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine-/transmission flange might not meet specifications.
Fix: Check the carbon-fibre shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications
Risk: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Fix: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
UK DVSAThe seat belt warning function does not meet the specification
Risk: The seat belt warning function does not meet the specification
Fix: Activate the correct seat belt warning scenario in the instrument cluster
UK DVSAThe engine control unit software nay not meet specifications
Risk: The engine control unit software might not meet the specifications.
Fix: Update the diesel engine control unit software on the affected vehicles.
UK DVSAThe bonding between the carbon fibre driveshaft and the engine transmission flange may not meet specifications
Risk: The bonding between the carbon-fibre driveshaft and the engine-/transmission flange might not meet the specification.
Fix: Replace the carbon-fibre driveshaft on the affected vehicles.
UK DVSAFront seat belt may jam
Risk: The front seat belt webbing may jam in the belt guide loop. This may affect the operation of the belt.
Fix: On affected vehicles remove the spacer ring and install an additional slide element for the seat belt guide to prevent jamming.
UK DVSAFront seat belt may jam
Risk: The front seat belt webbing may jam in the belt guide loop. This may affect the operation of the belt. As a result the risk of injury may possibly be increased in the event of a collision.
Fix: On affected vehicles remove the spacer ring and install an additional slide element for the seat belt guide to prevent jamming.
UK DVSARoll bar configuration does not meet legal requirementsYears estimated
Risk: On AMG- GT R vehicles fitted with Track package the combination of Sport Seat and Rollbar does not meet requirements. In the rearmost postion it is possibel the seat headretraint could contact the roll bar.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the Rollbar
UK DVSAPassenger seat occupancy sensing system may malfunctionYears estimated
Risk: The passenger seat occupancy classification system may not function as specified. This may cause or adversely affect the operation of the passenger air bag. deployment.
Fix: On affected vehicles update the software and if necessary replace the passenger seat cushion.
UK DVSAEngine may stall/stop unexpectedly
Risk: The connection of the carbon drive shaft to the engine/transmission flange may not be to specification. Warnings of the development of the concern are: there will be noise malfunctions in the transmission and in isolated cases loss of drive.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the drive shaft. If necessary the drive shaft will be replaced.
EU Safety GateThe seal for the special plug-in contact of the gearbox designed to protect against contact with moisture and splashing water is…The seal for the special plug-in contact of the gearbox designed to protect against contact with moisture and splashing water is improperly installed. Thus splashed water can enter the socket contact when driving in wet conditions and can lead to a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateA trapped particle may damage the sealing between the fuel rail and fuel injector, which could cause fuel to leak into the engine…A trapped particle may damage the sealing between the fuel rail and fuel injector, which could cause fuel to leak into the engine compartment. Consequently, leaking fuel may come into contact with hot parts of the engine, increasing the risk of fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe control device for seat occupant detection may not work correctly.In the event of an accident where the airbags are deployed, this could lead to deployment of the passenger airbag in the presence of a child seat, or non-deployment of the passenger airbag in the presence of a person.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe sport seats and the roll bar are not compatible.There may be contact between the headrest and the roll bar in the event of an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe seatbelt can become stuck in the guide loop.In the event of an accident, this would reduce the effectiveness with which the seatbelt restrains the occupant.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
How often does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2016, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT owners report?
10 of the 10 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
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 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…
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 THAT CAME APART. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THERE WAS A RECALL BUT ITS NOW CLOSED, AND WOULD NOT REPAIR IT
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 ASKED HIM HE SAID IT PASSED INSPECTION I TOOK IT TO MERCEDES DEALER AND THEY SAID I NEED BRAKES FOR BACK TIRES AND A NEW BACK TIRE AS WELL CUZ THERE'S BUBBLE ON IT AS WELL.I HAVE 60 DAYS WARRANTY. TEXTING THEM CALLING THEM THEY KEEP SAYING THEY WILL GET…
I BOUGHT A C63 AMG 2016 FROM DCH FORD OF THOUSAND OAKS CA ON 9/18/20 AND 9/21 I HEARD BRAKE NOISE I CALL THE DEALER TO INFORM THEM ABOUT THE NOISE AND THEY SAID I BOUGHT AS IS, I TOOK THE CAR TO MERCEDES BENZ OF ENCINO CA TO GET A FULL INSPECTION . I GOT A REPORT STATING THAT THE BRAKES WERE 2 MM ALMOST NO BRAKES I CALL THE DCH FORD AND ALSO SEND THEM THE REPORT FROM MERCEDES BENZ DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THE BRAKES WERE 4 MM WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR, I ONLY DROVE THE CAR FOR 273 MILES WHICH IS NOT ENOUGH FOR WEARING DOWN THE BRAKES AND ENDING WITH BAD BRAKES. I JUST NEED THEM TO TAKE CARE OF…
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.
MY GLC300 2016 COULDN'T START AND THE INFORMATION APPEARED ON THE SCREEN: 'POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION'. ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE, I FOUND THAT MY CAR NEEDED TO BE RECALLED DUE TO STEERING PROBLEMS, BUT I DID NOT RECEIVE A CALL ABOUT IT.
THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF WAS ALMOST DETACHED WHEN I TRIED TO OPEN IT ON THE FREEWAY,AND THE PROBLEM NOW IS NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY.
DRIVING THE CAR IN THE HIGHWAY AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AT 40 MILES PER HOUR (MIRACLE THAT I DID NOT HAVE AND ACCIDENT. SENT THE CAR TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES AND SAID IT WAS A ELECTRONIC (SOFTWARE ISSUE ). SAME PROBLEM CAME BACK AFTER TRYING TO TURN OUT OF A BUSY STREET. CAR IS AT THE DEALER AND I DO NOT THINK THEY KNOW WHAT IS THE ISSUE OTHER THAN REPLACE ALL KINDS OF PARTS. I NEED HELP SINCE MERCEDES DOES NOT FEEL THAT IS A PROBLEM THAT SHOULD MOBILIZE THEIR EFFORTS TO RESOLVE- I GUESS IF I HAD LET THE CAR GET TO THE DITCH AND CRASH THEY WOULD BE MORE RESPONSIVE. THE CAR STILL AT THE…
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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: questions owners ask
Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT; the most common categories were power train (4, 40%), engine (2, 20%), service brakes (2, 20%). There are 5 safety recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Across 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are power train (40% of complaints), engine (20% of complaints), service brakes (20% of complaints), steering (10% of complaints), suspension (10% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT; the most recent (campaign 21V478000, 2021-06-25) concerns Power Train: Driveline: Driveshaft. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Check your own AMG GT
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2016 only; combines NHTSA's entries for AMG GT and AMG GT S.