AI DamageMercedes-Benz AMG GT53: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 across 7 model years: 0 owner complaints and 221 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 | 356 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 156 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 96 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 78 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 10 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering
- Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic…
- Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE
- Complaint Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure, stop switch off vehicle"…
- Complaint Noises in the steering column area when steering. See example file in the attachments area
- Complaint Red coolant warning in instrument cluster
- Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected
- Complaint CEL light on with no drivability concerns. Cause Signal timing error. Remedy 167, 465
- Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic / 9G‑TRONIC automatic…
- Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions
- Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner
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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 2026-11-04.