Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 recalls and problems
19 recalls and 102 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
19
Complaints
102
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
1
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 CLA 250 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 CLA 250 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 CLA 250 | 11 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 CLA 250 | 6 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 CLA 250 | 9 | 41 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 24 | |
| Electrical System | 20 | |
| Engine | 18 | |
| Air Bags | 13 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | |
| Steering | 6 | |
| Wheels | 5 | |
| Lane Departure | 3 |
All Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-481 | Jul 24, 2026 | 2020–2021 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. |
| 23V-854 | Dec 15, 2023 | 2018–2019 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. |
| 23V-732 | Nov 1, 2023 | 2020 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Equipment | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. |
| 22V-365 | May 20, 2022 | 2018–2021 | Communication, Electrical System | 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… |
| 22V-232 | Apr 8, 2022 | 2020 | Back Over Prevention | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. |
| 21V-989 | Dec 17, 2021 | 2020 | Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 CLA250 vehicle. |
| 21V-961 | Dec 13, 2021 | 2020 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450… |
| 21V-354 | May 14, 2021 | 2020–2021 | Back Over Prevention, Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. |
| 21V-197 | Mar 19, 2021 | 2018–2019 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016… |
| 21V-072 | Feb 12, 2021 | 2018–2020 | Communication | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018… |
| 21V-058 | Feb 5, 2021 | 2018–2021 | Communication, Electrical System | 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… |
| 21V-034 | Jan 29, 2021 | 2021 | Child Seat | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 A220, A35 AMG, and CLA250 vehicles. |
| 20V-089 | Feb 14, 2020 | 2020 | Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-892 | Dec 16, 2019 | 2018 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-685 | Sep 27, 2019 | 2020 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-219 | Mar 20, 2019 | 2019 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-131 | Feb 26, 2019 | 2018 | Exterior Lighting | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 18V-514 | Aug 3, 2018 | 2018 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, and CLA45 AMG 4Matic vehicles. |
| 17V-627 | Oct 6, 2017 | 2018 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has the most reports (41). Check the 2018 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 have?
NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 model years 2018–2021.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 problems?
Owners report unknown or other, electrical system, engine problems most often.