Model year record

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT recalls & problems

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaint).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints2filed by owners

Crashes · fires0 · 0reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

CommunicationMay 20, 2022

Auto crash notification

Recall 22V365000242,722 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

Components: Communication › Auto crash notification; Electrical system › Software

Traction control systemJan 28, 2022

Traction control system

Recall 22V042000172 vehicles

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GT Black Series vehicles. The wiring harness for the front wheel speed sensor may be the incorrect length, which could result in damage to the harness during certain driving conditions.
Risk: A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Components: Traction control system; Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Wheel speed sensor/tone ring; Electronic stability control (esc)

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Fuel economy

AMG GT Coupe

17mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 20 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,850/year to fuel

AMG GT Roadster

17mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 20 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,850/year to fuel

AMG GT Black Series

17mpg combined

City / highway	15 / 20 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,850/year to fuel

AMG GT R Coupe

16mpg combined

City / highway	14 / 20 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (AM7) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $5,150/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Typical mileage*
Unknown or other	1	—
Electrical system	1	—
Power train	1	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Electrical system
My 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43, VIN [XXX] , has had a recurring safety issue with the transmission wiring harness and connector X279. Mercedes-Benz said this connector can let water in, which can cause a short circuit, overheating, and a fire risk while the car is parked and off. That is why the vehicle was covered by recall 24V445 / MBUSA Campaign 2024100002. This same issue was already addressed once before in January 2023 under MBUSA Campaign 2022080010 / NHTSA 22V-533, when the connector was checked and reworked and a bracket was installed. Even after that, the car later had to go back again on November 29, 2024 for the newer recall repair, when the original two-part harness was…
Nov 29, 2024
Unknown or other
AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST ISSUE WAS REPRODUCED AT DEALESHIP. ISSUE IS EASY TO IDENTIFY. VEHICULE WAS INSPECTED BY DEALERSHIP, MANUFACTURER IS AWARE. FAULT LIGHT ON DASHBOARD SHOW A FAULT ICON THE 2021 AMG GT BLACKSERIES HAVE AN ACTIVE REAR WING. A PART OF THE ACTIVE REAR WING IS ACTIVE BUT HAS A HIGH FAILURE WHICH AT SOME SPEEDS CAN BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE ACTIVE PART IS NOT WORKING AND DO NOT PROVIDE THE DOWNFORCE THAT IT SHOULD BECAUSE OF THE ACTATOR FAILURES. THERE ARE A HIGH NUMBERS OF REPLACEMENT REQUESTED THROUGHT THE MERCEDES NETWORK BUT THEY ARE BEING REPLACED BY THE SAME PART # NOT AN UPDATED ONE TO AVOID FAILURES. SOME OWNERS DO NOT HAVE A REPLACEMENT DUE TO NONE IN…
Sep 3, 2024

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.