Model year guide

2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined18 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT recalls 2

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #21V478000 · manufacturer #2021090008 · 25/06/2021

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.

Fix: 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.

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #19V457000 · manufacturer #2019090018 · 14/06/2019

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 14 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (AM7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT vehicles on record

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2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT get?

The 2016 Mercedes-benz AMG GT has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.