2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt: 5 recalls, 2 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #17V826000 · 2017 · 1,263 vehicles
What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2018 Mercedes-Benz amg gt, amg gt r, amg gt c and amg gt s vehicles. The seat belts May bind within the guidance loops possibly causing slack in the seat belts.
Why it matters: If the seat belt binds, slack May develop through occupant movement which May lead to increased personal injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the seat belt guides, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V208000 · 2018 · 57 vehicles
What's wrong: The housing for the driver side air bag inflator May have been made with defective steel. In the event of an air bag deployment, the defective steel May cause the inflator to improperly inflate the driver-side air bag and potentially rupture.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash involving driver air bag deployment, an improperly inflated air bag and/or an inflator rupture with sharp metal fragments might result in serious injury or death to the driver or to occupants.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2018.
Airbags, Electrical Vehicle recall #18V724000 · 2018 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a software incompatibility, in the event of a low speed crash, both stages of the frontal air bags May deploy instead of only the first-stage deploying as intended.
Why it matters: If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018.
Communication, Electrical Vehicle recall #21V058000 · 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to the part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module May fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (ecall) in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: Failure of the ecall system May result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #21V478000 · 2021 · 1,522 vehicles
What's wrong: The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange May be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Why it matters: A separated driveshaft May cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Stability control (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt has 2 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 6 Amg Gt model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 3). Neighboring years: 2017 (1 complaints, 5 recalls), 2019 (3 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
| 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt problems?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (1), stability control (1), electrical (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic (AM7)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt repair manual?
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