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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT-Class Safety

NHTSA safety across every Mercedes-Benz AMG GT-Class model year we cover.

Across the 1 model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT-Class we cover (2021 to 2021), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. No recalls are on record across those years.

THE MOTORCALIBER REVIEW
MotorCaliber editorial ◆ Reviewed against NHTSA data ◆ 2026-10-01

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is a high-performance sports car aimed squarely at driving enthusiasts who want German engineering and supercar presence in a two-door coupe or roadster package. Positioned at the top of the Mercedes performance hierarchy, it competes in a rarified segment where power and prestige take center stage, but safety data deserves equal attention from any serious buyer.

The 2021 AMG GT presents a significant data gap for safety assessment. Lacking federal crash-test results, this model does not carry an NHTSA star rating or a computed Safety Index score. This absence of independent crash performance verification leaves consumers without a standard measure of protection common to most vehicles. Despite the unrated crash performance, the recall record is clear: zero recalls have been issued for the 2021 AMG GT. This clean record is a notable positive, particularly given the engineering complexity inherent to vehicles in this class. Owner complaints are similarly minimal, with only three total reports. None of these complaints involve crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities, and their low volume prevents identification of any recurring safety issues. While the 2021 AMG GT shows no negative indicators in its recall or complaint history, the lack of published crash-test data requires buyers to proceed without the full safety picture provided by federal ratings.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the AMG GT for its visceral driving dynamics, sharp steering, and muscular powertrain delivery. Most find the cabin materials and overall refinement impressive for a performance-focused sports car, though some note that the driving position and limited cargo space reflect the model's track-oriented character rather than everyday comfort priorities. Value is seen as secondary to the experience.

WHAT TO KNOW
  • NHTSA did not crash-test the 2021 AMG GT, so there are no federal star ratings or Safety Index scores available to guide your safety comparison against other vehicles.
  • The 2021 AMG GT carries zero recalls across the model years MotorCaliber covers, which is a clean record and a meaningful positive for a mechanically complex, low-volume performance vehicle.
  • Only three owner complaints were filed with NHTSA for this model year, with none involving a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality. The sample is too small to draw conclusions, but no concerning pattern emerges from the available data.
  • Low-volume sports cars like the AMG GT are frequently skipped in federal crash-test programs. Shoppers who prioritize verified crash-safety data should factor in that this model cannot be benchmarked the way a tested mainstream vehicle can.

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