NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2016 Mercedes Benz AMG GT has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Mercedes Benz AMG GT. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
NHTSA #21V478000Reported June 25, 2021 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Potentially affected: 1,522 vehicles
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Safety consequence
A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
NHTSA #19V457000Reported June 14, 2019 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Potentially affected: 1,002 vehicles
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
Safety consequence
If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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