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2025 Mercedes-Benz

AMG G63

Auto 9-spd, 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo

Mercedes-Benz AMG G63: best and worst years

Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
8EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
16 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
15 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,150EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
608 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
2/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
4/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
2
Owner complaints
1

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated seatsStandard
  • Heated steering wheelStandard
  • Leather seatsStandard
  • Massaging seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Memory seatStandard
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedStandard
  • Ventilated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only

Audio

  • Burmester audioUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedStandard

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraStandard
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Head-up displayPackage only
  • Night visionUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Parking sensorsStandard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlStandard
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorStandard
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemStandard
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmedStandard
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startStandard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingStandard

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsStandard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE50%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER50%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 2 total.

Mercedes-Benz AMG G63: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

20 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 15, 2026SERVICE BRAKESLI42.10-P-078779

    Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. Vehicle production date prior to December 2025. Cause Although the cause of the vibration is most likely due to excessive lateral runout on the rotor or hub/wheel bearing, the system as a whole needs to be checked for other possible contributors. 1. Prior collision damage. 2. Excessive vehicle sitting times without rotating components. 3. Wheel bearing/hub lateral runout. 4. Wheel mating interface has been overtighte

  • Apr 16, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGLI82.10-P-078301

    Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the lamp unit is a "closed system". Remedy Headlamp: Remedy 1 Clearing fogged/condensed LED headlamps: 1. Drive vehicle into workshop (temperature higher than +18 °C/+64.4 °F) and connect the exhaust extra

  • Mar 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERLI00.01-P-078887

    Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster quick reference. • Platform to baumuster quick reference. Cause Information only Remedy Acronyms: • AV = Actual Values • CU = Control Unit • CUL = Control Unit Log • DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code • E-Stand = Fresh-up head unit boot software (fo

  • Feb 24, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYLI98.00-P-078306

    Complaint After removing the transport protection from new vehicles, localized cloudy spots or streaks may appear on the paint surface. These marks are most commonly seen on the hood, fenders, and bumpers and are more noticeable on dark paint colors. Cause Moisture can become trapped under the full transport packaging. This moisture may penetrate the fresh paint, causing the paint layer to swell and result in visible white spots or streaks. Remedy Carefully heat the affected areas using a heat g

  • Feb 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI54.65-P-080132

    Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached diagnostic guide.

  • Jan 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI54.70-P-080191

    Complaint Consistently reproducible erroneous parktronic warnings from front. Cause The parking sensors are detecting the front brush guard. Remedy Complaint must be consistently reproducible. NOTE: The parking system serves solely as an aid. Please review both the system function and system limitations as shown in the Operator's Manual. Certain environmental factors can affect system functionality such as hot exhaust gases or extreme heat, sensor interference, or other outside influences or aft

  • Dec 20, 2025POWER TRAINLI27.35-P-080160

    Complaint (Original LI document #: LI27.35-P-079039) Clicking noises from the electro-hydraulic control unit (EHS) when the vehicle is stationary and ECO Start/Stop is active (combustion engine is off). The noise is more noticeable outside the vehicle and in acoustically shielded areas such as closed rooms or garages. Cause The noise in the valve body (EHS) is caused by superimposed pressure peaks acting on the valves. This phenomenon occurs only after a certain running-in period due to the infl

  • Nov 18, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMLI68.20-P-080012

    Complaint USB port not functioning properly. Cause Most reported USB port issues are due to improper use or contamination. Note: Any repair costs must be discussed with the customer beforehand. Common external factors identified include: • Fluid intrusion • Broken bushings or physical damage See attachments. Remedy If a component needs replacement but shows no visible external damage, submit a detailed TIPS case only when technical support is required. Include details of all connected external d

  • and 12 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 155k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.