This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt S.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S has 3 recalls, the most serious involving airbags that may not deploy correctly in a crash, raising the risk of injury to occupants.
A separate drivetrain recall affects vehicles built during a narrow production window: the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange can fail, cutting power to the rear wheels and either leaving the car unable to move or causing unexpected deceleration while driving. The third recall involves a software fault in the emergency call system where an incorrect date and time can cause the system to report a wrong vehicle location to emergency responders, potentially delaying help after a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Control unit software may be incorrect, potentially preventing airbags from deploying properly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the control unit software at no cost to restore proper airbag deployment function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The adhesive bonding the carbon-fiber driveshaft to the rear flange may weaken and separate, causing power loss to the rear wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
