2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 1 of 2 complaints (50%) mentions it.
Complaints filed rose from 1 in 2017 to 2 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300 | 4,300 | 4,300–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | 3,700–4,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 18 | 17–18 | 17–21 | 17–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 22 | 16 / 22 | 15–16 / 20–22 | 15–19 / 20–24 | 15–19 / 20–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 486 | 486 | 486–522 | 425–526 | 425–526 | |
| Complaints filed | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT get?
EPA rates it 17–18 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT?
EPA estimates $4,300–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 486 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 16 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 486 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 16 mpg (high) | 21 mpg | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 490 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 522 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 518 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AM7) | 8 | 4.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 518 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 21V478000 · Jun 28, 2021
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Consequence: A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION · Campaign 21V058000 · Feb 8, 2021
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. 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.
Consequence: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · Campaign 18V724000 · Oct 19, 2018
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Cabrio and AMG GT-C Cabrio vehicles. 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.
Consequence: If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018100008.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 18V208000 · Apr 2, 2018
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG GT, AMG GT C, GLC43 AMG 4Matic, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic and GLC350e 4Matic vehicles. 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
SEAT BELTS · Campaign 17V826000 · Dec 26, 2017
Defect: 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.
Consequence: If the seat belt binds, slack may develop through occupant movement which may lead to increased personal injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the seat belt guides, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA'S number for this recall is 2017120018.