2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GTProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-042 the manufacturer reports only 78% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 25, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 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
Power train10

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

2 recalls

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 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.

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 →

78%repaired · 2024 Q4

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Recall 22V-042 · Jan 28, 2022 · 172 vehicles · 134 repaired

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…

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 GT 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 GT median. How we score

'16'17'18'19'20'21
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What AMG GT owners report

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

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…
Complaint 11739859 · May 25, 2026

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