Mercedes-Benz CLA250 recalls and problems
15 recalls and 351 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
15
Complaints
351
Crashes reported
18
Fires reported
4
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Mercedes-Benz CLA250 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 CLA250 | 10 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 CLA250 | 8 | 67 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 CLA250 | 7 | 61 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 CLA250 | 6 | 179 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 CLA250 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 CLA250 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most reported Mercedes-Benz CLA250 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 103 | |
| Electrical System | 69 | |
| Unknown or Other | 62 | |
| Air Bags | 46 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 | |
| Power Train | 36 | |
| Structure | 29 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 23 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 | |
| Steering | 18 |
All Mercedes-Benz CLA250 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-854 | Dec 15, 2023 | 2014–2017 | Structure | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. |
| 22V-365 | May 20, 2022 | 2017 | 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… |
| 21V-229 | Apr 1, 2021 | 2017 | Steering | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250, and AMG GLA45 vehicles. |
| 21V-197 | Mar 19, 2021 | 2014–2017 | 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 | 2017 | 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 | 2016–2017 | 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… |
| 19V-892 | Dec 16, 2019 | 2015–2017 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 19V-787 | Nov 1, 2019 | 2014–2016 | Communication | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 17V-627 | Oct 6, 2017 | 2014–2017 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 17V-177 | Mar 14, 2017 | 2016 | Electrical System, Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic… |
| 17V-114 | Feb 23, 2017 | 2015–2017 | Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| 17V-080 | Feb 8, 2017 | 2017 | Air Bags | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E550 Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, E550 Cabriolet, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 Wagon, GLA250, and GLA250 4Matic… |
| 16V-901 | Dec 14, 2016 | 2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 CLA250 vehicles manufactured December 14, 2012, to April 24, 2013 equipped with gasoline engines. |
| 15V-662 | Oct 16, 2015 | 2015 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles manufactured July 17, 2015, to August 31, 2015. |
| 15V-426 | Jul 6, 2015 | 2014 | Air Bags, Visibility/Wiper, Electrical System | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 CLA 250C vehicles manufactured September 10, 2014, to September 11, 2014, 2014 CLA 250C 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 13, 2014, to September… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 has the most reports (179). Check the 2014 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 have?
NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls covering Mercedes-Benz CLA250 model years 2014–2017.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz CLA250 problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.