AI Damage2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: common problems
Owners of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about powertrain and engine. The maker issued 34 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 6
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 34
What fails most often
- 1 Powertrain 50% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 33% of all complaints
- 3 Service brakes 17% of all complaints
- 4 Wheels 17% of all complaints
- Powertrain: 3 complaints (50% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 3.
- Engine: 2 complaints (33% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Service brakes: 1 complaints (17% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Wheels: 1 complaints (17% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- dual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 6 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tires | 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 13,281 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 36% most complained about).
On average one model year of the AMG GT has 3 complaints (6 years in the data). This year has 6, above average.
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
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…
- 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…
- 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…
- The purpose of this letter is to advise you of additional benefits that Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA")…
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of additional benefits that Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") is providing to you regarding your vehicle ownership. What's Included In our continuing efforts to assure the…
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in…
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon,…
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the…
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the…
Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in…
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can…
Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a…
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon,…
Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the…
- Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver,…
Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly…
- Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open
Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap before replacing the central locking actuator. For gasoline hybrid vehicles where the fuel filler…
NHTSA lists 34 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: powertrain, engine, service brakes. Total complaints: 6. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: knocking, grinding or other noise (17%), warning lights, check engine (17%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
NHTSA lists 34 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 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.