2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-353 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 1, 2024. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system10
Engine10
Lane departure10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

8 recalls

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

84%repaired · 2026 Q3

Doors: lock

Recall 24V-659 · Sep 9, 2024 · 134 vehicles · 112 repaired

Risk. The rear door may appear closed even when the latch is not fully engaged, allowing the door to open while driving and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

86%repaired · 2025 Q1

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 23V-097 · Feb 17, 2023 · 26,116 vehicles · 22,551 repaired

Risk. A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2026 Q2

Communication: auto crash notification

Recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles · 219,931 repaired

Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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90%repaired · 2023 Q2

Sensor: side impact

Recall 21V-527 · Jul 12, 2021 · 542 vehicles · 490 repaired

Risk. Air bags and seatbelts that don't function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2023 Q2

Rear/other: retractor

Recall 21V-483 · Jun 25, 2021 · 4,917 vehicles · 4,538 repaired

Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2023 Q2

Doors: latch

Recall 21V-353 · May 14, 2021 · 17,800 vehicles · 14,857 repaired

Risk. The rear door may appear closed even when the latch is not fully engaged, allowing the door to open while driving and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

94%repaired · 2023 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 21V-230 · Apr 1, 2021 · 8,634 vehicles · 8,093 repaired

Risk. Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.

Best & worst years

2021 vs. every other AMG G63 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG G63 median. How we score

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In owners' words

What AMG G63 owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Kept going in for repairs for the same concerns - nothing was found —- now its a recall on the 2022 model for the same issue that my 2021 model has —- Malfunction in the front/ rear differential lock system malfunction.
Complaint 11628117 · Dec 1, 2024

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