AI Damage2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S: common problems
Owners of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes and powertrain. The maker issued 75 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 4
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 75
What fails most often
- 1 Service brakes 25% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 25% of all complaints
- 3 Steering 25% of all complaints
- 4 Suspension 25% of all complaints
- Service brakes: 1 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 10.
- Powertrain: 1 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
- Steering: 1 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Suspension: 1 complaints (25% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 4 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| Powertrain | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
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.
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.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 15,524 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 42% most complained about).
On average one model year of the AMG GT S has 1 complaints (5 years in the data). This year has 4, above average.
What to check before buying
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and…
- Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE
Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. Cause Although the cause of the vibration…
- Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy The intent of this document is to reduce noise from high performance AMG brakes. AMG brakes are designed for performance under high load and in certain scenarios, can emit noise. Some…
- Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same…
Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time. OR Rattling, humming, dry sliding/gravel noise from the electric steering system when steering…
- Complaint 1
General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics. Cause Various root…
- Complaint Check Engine Light ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified…
Complaint Check Engine Light ON with DTC P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" active and/or stored in the ME (N3/10). There are no drivability concerns related to this complaint. Cause…
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar nut (by 1 turn), the…
- Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed,…
Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer returns is no later than…
- Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD…
Complaint After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the message "SOS - service not activated" appears on the instrument cluster. In addition, the following…
- Complaint The customer requests deactivation of the N112/9 HERMES communication module Note
Deactivation of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) is not supported for gray-market vehicles. Cause Before deactivating the HERMES control unit (N112/9), it must be clarified by the legal department of the respective MPC…
- Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance
A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is not wiped completely (streaking) C: During the downward movement water is pulled back onto the windshield from the A-pillar (Figure 1) D: After…
- Complaint Noises at the front axle when cornering or maneuvering (video files attached) Note
Save video files locally and play them with Windows Media Player. Cause Driving with summer tires in combination with low outside temperatures. At low outside temperatures or in wet conditions, a noise may be produced…
NHTSA lists 75 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: service brakes, powertrain, steering. Total complaints: 4. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: steering or power steering problems (50%), brake failure (25%), infotainment or screen glitches (25%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S?
NHTSA lists 75 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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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 2026-11-06.