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2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

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Complaints
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Recalls may cover only some 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine3
Wheels1
Tires1
Steering1
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,306 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Sep 7, 2024
Drive unit failed. Manufacturer's Faulty coolant seal. Coolant leaked into engine, Dashboard displayed "Workshop" warning about 2-3 times before breakdown.
Power Train · reported May 31, 2022
On 4/19/22 while driving my Mercedes B250e, I received a 'check coolant level' warning message, followed closely by 'without starting engine again, consult workshop' and then 'stop, switch engine off'. All messages appeared in less than 30 minutes time, and then my engine completely shut off while I was pulling into a parking lot. Prior to this date, there were no warning signs of the issue. The issue was diagnosed by the Mercedes Atlanta South dealership as a catastrophic electric drive unit failure caused by a coolant leak due to a faulty rotor seal. I was quoted a price of $12K-$20K to…
Engine · reported Dec 27, 2021
2021-11-29, 10a PST. The "check coolant level" warning appeared while I was driving westbound on the 210 freeway in Glendale, California. As I took the exit to La Crescenta Ave, another alert appeared that there was a sudden "malfunction: visit workshop" warning. As I was trying to turn off on a side street to pull over (with my 4 year old in the back seat), the car stopped in the middle of the road and would not start back up again. Some good citizens helped me push my car up the hill to the side street where I could safely park the vehicle. There are other accounts of this issue occurring…
Steering · reported Mar 6, 2018
2016 mercedes-benz b class. Consumer writes in regards to insufficient electrical grounding safety recall. The consumer stated the recall repair exceeded a reasonable amount of time.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric?

Owners report engine problems most often (3 reports), followed by wheels (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,306 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.