Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2016 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (6 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2017 at 0 (from 1 complaint) and 2016 at 0 (from 6 complaints). The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, 3 of 6 complaints name Powertrain.
Data as of .
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 18.4 |
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 17.8 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 18.2 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 19 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 21 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 18.1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 17.7 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 17.8 |
| 2018 → | 0 | 0 | 5 | — | 17.5 |
| 2017 → Fewest | 0 | 1 | 5 | Powertrain | 18 |
| 2016 → Most | 0 | 6 | 2 | Powertrain | 18 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Coupe, Roadster
- Oil
- 0W-40 or 5W-40 · 7.4 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 265/35R19, 275/35R19, 295/30R20 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 19V-457 covers certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles: bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient so the driveshaft can separate while moving. Recall 21V-478 covers certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles for the same insufficient driveshaft bonding risk. Dealers perform the campaign remedy; confirm VIN status.
- Body styles
- Coupe
- Oil
- SAE 0W-40 (all temps) or 5W-40 (above -25°C); SEO67 (AMG GT 43 3.0L)
- Tire size
- 255/45R19, 265/40R20, 275/35R21, 285/40R19 (trim-dependent)
Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2017 at 0 (from 1 complaint) and 2016 at 0 (from 6 complaints).
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GT year has the most owner complaints?
2016 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (6 complaints). On the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, 3 of 6 complaints name Powertrain.
How do Mercedes-Benz AMG GT owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GT years are too early to compare?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What engine oil does a US Mercedes-Benz AMG GT use?
0W-40 or 5W-40 With filter, about 7.4 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Published US specs commonly list front 265/35R19, 275/35R19, 295/30R20 (trim-dependent) and rear 265/35R19, 275/35R19, 295/30R20 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
Recall 19V-457 covers certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles: bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient so the driveshaft can separate while moving. Recall 21V-478 covers certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles for the same insufficient driveshaft bonding risk. Dealers perform the campaign remedy; confirm VIN status.