2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Traction Control System Recall (22V042)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 172 vehicles · Reported January 28, 2022
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling 172 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 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. A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V042 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V042000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 2022020019 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 28, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT |
| Units affected | 172 |
| Component | Traction Control System |
| Safety risk | A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT in recall 22V042?
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.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 AMG GT with recall 22V042?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A damaged speed sensor wiring harness can impair dynamic control functions, such as stability and traction control, and anti-lock brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your AMG GT shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the traction control system, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V042?
Recall 22V042 covers 172 vehicles: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
NHTSA lists 172 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Mercedes-Benz | AMG GT |
What is the fix for the AMG GT traction control system recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the wiring harness, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Manufacturer recall number: 2022020019.
When was recall 22V042 announced?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported recall 22V042 to NHTSA on January 28, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 18, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 28, 2022 | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V042000. |
| March 18, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 56 months ago. If your AMG GT was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my AMG GT is part of recall 22V042?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V042 is open on your AMG GT, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V042000 is open on your AMG GT, it will be listed there, along with Mercedes-Benz recall number 2022020019. You can also ask any Mercedes-Benz dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should AMG GT owners do about recall 22V042?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V042000 applies to your AMG GT.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any traction control system symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are AMG GT owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the other equipment.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the other equipment have been filed since recall 22V042 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 2 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the other equipment. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: 2 complaints in total, 1 about the other equipment
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
Available for inspection upon request issue was reproduced at dealeship. Issue is easy to identify. Vehicule was inspected by dealership, manufacturer is aware. Fault light on dashboard show a fault icon the 2021 amg gt blackseries have an active rear wing.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11660293, filed May 11, 2025
Can recall 22V042 make my AMG GT a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this traction control system recall means their AMG GT qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
What matters for a lemon law claim is not the recall label but whether the defect substantially impairs the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and whether the dealer can fix it in a reasonable number of tries.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V042
Is the 22V042000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 18, 2022.
How do I know if my AMG GT is part of recall 22V042000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V042000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Mercedes-Benz. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.