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Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Amg Gt from 2016 to 2021: 18 owner complaints and 20 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (6), 2020 (4), 2019 (3). Best fuel economy: 18 mpg combined (2020).

Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt
Photo: Jiří Sedláček · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain6
Engine3
Wheels3
Electrical3
Other / unknown3
Brakes2
Stability control1
Steering1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201626–
20175118
20185218
20192318
20204418
20212217

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (6), 2020 (4), 2019 (3).

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt had?

Across 2016–2021, NHTSA lists 20 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).