Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-938 the manufacturer reports only 64% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 4, 2025. Updated daily.
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A center console that opens during a crash can allow unsecured cargo to eject into the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Risk. If the wheel-hub caps detach, they can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury for other road users.
Risk. If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. An impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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 GT53 median. How we score
Recent exterior lighting complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Unable to read onboard computer screen in daylight conditions. The dimmer switch does not change the light setting on the computer screen, but does change the lighting illumination on the tach and speedometer. The computer screen has come on bright a few times in the past year, but only for less…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.