Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R across 3 model years: 0 owner complaints and 106 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 3 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE
- Complaint Noises in the steering column area when steering. See example file in the attachments area
- Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same…
- Complaint 1
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2019-2021…
- Complaint Check Engine Light ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified…
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD…
- Complaint The customer requests deactivation of the N112/9 HERMES communication module Note
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.