AI Damage2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53E: common problems
The maker issued 79 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 79
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- 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
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…
- 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 This LI does Not apply to 223 or 206 which use a different generation of 48V systems
Please follow the relevant guided tests for the 223 and 206. For 223 with fault code B1FCB97 follow LI54.10-P-076026. Various causes are possible. The faults listed in the various causes do not all have to be present…
- Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient
Cause Many possible root causes Remedy *Note - This Li does not apply if there are other Li's that apply to your concern OR you have a fault and/or guided test that leads to a root cause. AC Diagnosis (General) Initial…
- Complaint The Head-up display (HUD) may be perceived as too bright and without adjustment
Cause Signal from the rain/light sensor is not recognized/processed correctly. As a result, the HUD is permanently displayed at maximum brightness. The customer has the option to turn off the HUD via MBUX. Remedy…
- Complaint Complaints of oil leaking from rear differential oil pan area
Cause In the groove where the pan seal is placed, there may be imperfections (porosity) in the casting causing fluid to leak past the seal. The supplier states this only affects rear differentials with 2023 production…
- See Attachment
- Complaint After a software update from campaign 2025050001 of component LIB48_222 - G1/3 (48 V on-board…
Complaint After a software update from campaign 2025050001 of component LIB48_222 - G1/3 (48 V on-board electrical system battery) from software release A 000 902 50 48 to software release A 000 902 15 89, the fault…
- Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed…
Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For…
NHTSA lists 79 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53E?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 79 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53E?
NHTSA lists 79 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53E 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.
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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.