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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2019 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.
- 0safety recalls
- 6owner complaints
- 0crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 7%fail the UK MOT
6 complaints, against an average of 4 for the other 6 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
The components named most often in the 6 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
Has the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.
Is the 2019 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 DVSASRPC2409 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness ConnectorTightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
Risk: The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.
Fix: Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant.
UK DVSASRPC2412 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness ConnectorTightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector
Risk: The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.
Fix: Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant
UK DVSAThe transmission wiring harness might not be routed according to specifications
Risk: The transmission wiring harness might not be routed according to specifications.
Fix: Fit additional bracket to optimise the wiring routing. Check the harness connections and rework if necessary.
UK DVSAA particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector
Risk: A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.
Fix: Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.
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 screw connection of the power supply on the starter might not have been installed according to specifications
Risk: The screw connection of the power supply on the starter motor might not have been installed according to specifications.
Fix: Check the screw connections of the starter motor and the position of the plus wire on the affected vehicles and correct them if necessary.
UK DVSAWheel hub caps may not have been manufactured according to specification
Risk: Wheel hub caps may not have been manufactured according to specification.
Fix: Replace the wheel hub caps on the affected vehicles.
UK DVSAThe software of the esp control unit may not meet the specifications
Risk: The software of the ESP control unit might not meet the specifications.
Fix: Update the software for the ESP control unit on the affected vehicles.
UK DVSAThe emergency call system (ecall) does not meet the specification
Risk: On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
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 DVSACertain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification
Risk: A correctly fastened seat belt could be detected as not fastened impairing the restraint system
Fix: Check the relevant seat belt buckles in the affected vehicles and replace if necessary
UK DVSAThe software of the radar control unit may not meet specification
Risk: ; The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification
Fix: Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.
EU Safety GateThe electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness may not have been correctly processed.This can lead to water entering the connector, which could cause short circuit and can create a thermal overload of the connector when the vehicle is parked, causing 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 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 GateDue to a defect in the high fuel pressure manifold the engine might be damaged.This may lead to reduced engine power and to inability to start the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe length of the wiring harness of the front wheel speed sensors might be inadequate.As a result, in certain driving manoeuvres such as full steering wheel angle or full compression/rebound of the suspension, damage to the wiring harness due to tensile load might occur. This could lead to impairment of vehicle's dynamics control systems increasing the risk 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 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 GateDue to a defective screw connection, the starter motor positive cable may become damaged by the relative movements of the starter.Consequently, the cable could come into contact with the housing of the starter and cause a short circuit, which could lead to an engine stall and increased 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 latches of the wheel-hub caps may not be able to withstand the stress while the vehicle is being driven.As a result they could become detached while the vehicle is in motion, posing a risk to the following traffic.
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 ESP control unit software does not comply with the specifications and may not be able to adapt to the type of brakes installed.This can cause the ESP system to be unable to respond as intended to a possible drift of the yaw rate sensor or to a failure of the brake vacuum supply. As a result, the ESP intervention may be inappropriate to the driving situation, increasing the risk 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 elastomer material of the oil feed line for the exhaust-gas turbocharger may not comply with the specification, allowing oil to leak…The elastomer material of the oil feed line for the exhaust-gas turbocharger may not comply with the specification, allowing oil to leak out.Consequently, the leaking oil could come into contact with hot components, 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 GateAn earth cable may be missing from the wiring harness of the communication module, which will cause the earth connection to run via the…An earth cable may be missing from the wiring harness of the communication module, which will cause the earth connection to run via the shielding of the microphone. This will impair the proper functioning of the communication module, increasing the risk that emergency call could not be made.
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 software for the side radar sensors for the PRE-SAFE impulse side function may be faulty.As a result, the PRE-SAFE impulse side function would fail to activate, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a side collision.
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 2019 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 2019, 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT owners report?
5 of the 6 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.
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…
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…
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.
Unable to read onboard computer screen in daylight conditions. The dimmer switch does not change the light setting on the computer screen, but does change the lighting illumination on the tach and speedometer. The computer screen has come on bright a few times in the past year, but only for less than a minute. It then goes back to the dim setting. This has been checked by two MB dealers who have said that “this is the way it is.” I know that isn’t right as the the computer screen has illuminated a few times to bright so it can be read in daylight conditions. I am unable to view the computer…
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GT53. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, the rear driver's side center wheel hub detached without warning. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 13,000. The VIN was not available.
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2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: questions owners ask
Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT; the most common categories were electrical system (1, 16.7%), engine (1, 16.7%), exterior lighting (1, 16.7%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Across 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (16.7% of complaints), engine (16.7% of complaints), exterior lighting (16.7% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (16.7% of complaints), service brakes (16.7% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. Recalls can be issued at any time, so 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 2019 only; combines NHTSA's entries for GT CLASS and GT CLASS CABRIOLET.