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2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Problems: 4 Known Issues
2018 model year · 210+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's analysis of 210+ owner reports, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has 4 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Getrag 7DCL750 Rear Transaxle Dual-Clutch Failure — Clutch Pack Wear, Speed Sensor Faults and Weep-Hole Leaks ($5,000-$15,000 repair) and Carbon-Fiber Driveshaft-to-Flange Adhesive Bond Failure (Driveshaft Separation, Three Successive Recalls). The most commonly reported issue is Active Transaxle Mount Connectivity Faults and Replacement with 210 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $400 to $15,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The headlights may have been incorrectly aimed too high. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The emergency call system (eCall) communication module may be missing the wiring harness ground line, which may cause the system to relay an inaccurate vehicle location, and restrict the ability to communicate verbally with the call center.
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.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 210+ owner reports, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Getrag 7DCL750 Rear Transaxle Dual-Clutch Failure — Clutch Pack Wear, Speed Sensor Faults and Weep-Hole Leaks, Carbon-Fiber Driveshaft-to-Flange Adhesive Bond Failure (Driveshaft Separation, Three Successive Recalls), Active Transaxle Mount Connectivity Faults and Replacement. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has 4 known issues documented across 210+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Getrag 7DCL750 Rear Transaxle Dual-Clutch Failure — Clutch Pack Wear, Speed Sensor Faults and Weep-Hole Leaks and Carbon-Fiber Driveshaft-to-Flange Adhesive Bond Failure (Driveshaft Separation, Three Successive Recalls). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Mercedes-Benz AMG GT issues range from $400 to $15,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Getrag 7DCL750 Rear Transaxle Dual-Clutch Failure — Clutch Pack Wear, Speed Sensor Faults and Weep-Hole Leaks, typically costs $5,000-$15,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
The C190/R190 two-door AMG GT does not use a torque-converter automatic. It uses a rear-mounted Getrag/Magna 7DCL750 seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle — the same family as the Ford GT unit — and it is the single most expensive failure point on the car. Owner and specialist report… Repairs typically run $5,000-$15,000. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GT Black Series vehicles. The wiring harness for the front wheel speed sensor may be the incorrect length, which could result in damage to the harness during certain driving conditions.
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On the C190/R190 two-door AMG GT, engine torque reaches the rear-mounted transaxle through a carbon-fiber torque tube driveshaft that is bonded — not bolted — to its metal end flanges. Production residue left on the bonding surfaces impaired the adhesive joint, so the bond can pr… Severity: high.
The C190 AMG GT mounts its rear transaxle on three ACTIVE (electronically controlled) mounts that stiffen under hard cornering and soften at idle. The most common reported failure isn't rubber breakdown — it's wiring harness or connector corrosion at the mount sensors, which trip… Repairs typically run $400-$2,800. Severity: medium.
The AMG GT has been recalled repeatedly across its entire production run for defects in the telematics communication module that carries the emergency call function, and the campaigns stack across different root causes rather than repeating one. NHTSA 21V058000 covers 2016-2021 A… Severity: medium.