2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63 has 0 complaints and 125 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical and safety components based on recall data. Common concerns involve software problems affecting multimedia displays and safety systems, as well as potential defects in wiring and seat belt mechanisms.
There are 125 recalls associated with this vehicle that impact various systems including electrical wiring, multimedia software, seat belts, airbags, and emergency communication modules. These recalls address defects that can affect vehicle safety and operation.
Recalls- Multimedia system software. Recall 21V354000 affects 343,191 vehicles. The MBUX system may cause the rearview camera display to remain black or reboot. This reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge via dealer service or over-the-air update.
- Starter motor wiring. Recall 21V217000 affects 493 vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may be improperly installed, allowing harness wires to chafe. This can cause a short circuit, risking vehicle stall or fire. Dealers will inspect and correct wiring connections at no cost.
- Rear seat belt retractors. Recall 21V483000 affects 4,917 vehicles. Automatic locking retractors may deactivate prematurely, compromising child restraint system security. Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies as needed free of charge.
- Seat position switch. Recall 21V230000 affects 8,634 vehicles. A faulty contact in the seat position switch can prevent air bags and seat belt force limiters from activating properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the switches at no cost.
- Emergency call system software. Recall 21V058000 affects 1,292,258 vehicles. Software in the communication module may fail to send the correct vehicle location during emergency calls, risking delayed emergency response. Dealers will update the software free of charge by dealer service or over-the-air update.
Owners facing repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or serious safety defects with their 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63 may want to review their rights under applicable state lemon laws.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63 Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
1649493
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63
343191 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63
8634 vehicles affected
SEATS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.
Risk: Air bags and seat belts that do not perform properly in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63
493 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 E63S AMG, E63S AMG Wagon, 2019-2021 AMG GT63 4-door, and AMG GT63S 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.
Risk: Damaged wires may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT63
4917 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 G550, AMG G63, E350, E450, AMG CLS53, AMG E53, AMG GT43, AMG GT53, AMG GT63, 2021-2022 CLS450, and AMG E63 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.