2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Problems & Complaints

Few complaintsabout as many complaints as a typical year of the AMG at the same age

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the steering (1 complaint). 2 recalls cover this model year.

3complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG problems

  • Steering
    133%
  • Electrical system
    133%
  • Engine & cooling
    133%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    133%
  • Suspension
    133%

Share of the 3 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz AMG complaints by model year

201620172018201920202021612342
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best AMG years: 2018. Compare all years →

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG recalls (2)

Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles

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.

Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.

Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 21V-058 · Feb 5, 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles

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.

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.

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo7-speed dual-clutch4WD23 / 30 / 26
3.0L 6-cyl hybrid9-speed automatic4WD21 / 28 / 24
3.0L 6-cyl turbo9-speed automaticRWD20 / 29 / 23
3.0L 6-cyl turbo9-speed automatic4WD19 / 27 / 22
4.0L 8-cyl turbo9-speed automaticRWD18 / 27 / 21
4.0L 8-cyl turbo9-speed automatic4WD17 / 27 / 20
5.5L 8-cyl turbo7-speed automaticRWD15 / 23 / 18
4.0L 8-cyl turbo7-speed dual-clutchRWD16 / 22 / 18
6.0L 12-cyl turbo7-speed automaticRWD14 / 21 / 16
5.5L 8-cyl turbo7-speed automatic4WD14 / 18 / 15

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG a good car?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 AMG rates few complaints: about as many complaints as a typical year of the AMG at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG?

The steering — 1 complaint, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (1) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG, the most recent from May 20, 2022 (auto crash notification). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018. See the full Mercedes-Benz AMG years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.