2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

8 recalls, 98 complaints - 69 TSBs

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to t... Read more

Consequence

A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of N... Read more

2,976 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Defect Description

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 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 C... Read more

Consequence

The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contac... Read more

15,096 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

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 G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle mod... Read more

Consequence

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

1,292,258 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.

129 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

COMMUNICATION

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more

Consequence

An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more

24,226 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe... Read more

Consequence

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

495,290 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

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 vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350... Read more

Consequence

If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

51 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 C300 4Matic, C300, CLA250, CLA250 4Matic and CLA45 AMG vehicles, 2017 C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C300 Coupe, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 4Matic Wagon, E43 AMG 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic and GLC300 4Matic Coupe veh... Read more

Consequence

If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017080002.

307,629 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

98 total complaints 9 crashes 3 fires 4 injuries 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	17
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	16
AIR BAGS	12
POWER TRAIN	7
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS	5
SERVICE BRAKES	4
STEERING	4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	4
WHEELS	3
STRUCTURE:BODY	3

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

My mechanic said that he believes there is a recall on a recalled part this was previously repaired per Mercedes notice of safety recall dated April 2018. The recall remedy provided by the manufacturer has failed to permanently fix the safety defect, and the vehicle remains unsafe to drive. "On cert... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

Driving home from work on [XXX] (not a safe location)when my car lost power and engine light began to flash. I pulled off to the side of road and called my dad. He came with a code reader and said there was a code P1326. He cleared the code and car drove normally again. 2 days later it began to run ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

I noticed a "ticking" noise a few years ago, it wasn't that bad and while taking my truck to the dealer for an oil change I ask about it and the representative told me that in this models that was normal. Since it wasn't that bad and the truck didn't show any problems at that time, I just decide to ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

2025 Ford Maverick XL EcoBoost AWD with 2,000 lb tow package. Vehicle displays an 'Engine Coolant Over Temperature' warning recurrently at idle and upon initial startup when ambient temperature is 84°F or above. The warning has occurred multiple times under these conditions. Most recently, the warn... Read more

Incident date: Jun 16, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V099000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer sent a mobile mechanic to place of employment to inspect the vehicle and th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 15, 2025

I am reporting a potential safety-related engine defect on my 2017 Ford Escape 1.5L EcoBoost. The vehicle has a history of repeated coolant loss and white smoke, followed by engine failure/no-start. The trouble codes later provided by the dealer included P1285 and P1299, which are related to engine ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 15, 2025

My vehicle was parked for about an hr 30 min , and it started smoking from dashboard area and immediately went into flames .

Fire

Incident date: Sep 15, 2025

My vehicle was parked for about an hr 30 min , and it started smoking from dashboard area and immediately went into flames .

Fire

Incident date: Oct 23, 2025

At around 45,000 miles, my 2020 Toyota Highlander started making a whining noise on acceleration. This condition seemed to get worse (whining got louder) I took it to a Toyota dealership and they said there are no codes left by the vehicle but the repair technician knows that this whine is related t... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed th... Read more

Incident date: Jun 8, 2025

I was driving today and for no reason at all the cars anti collision system automatically braked hard and could have caused an accident if someone was driving behind me. There was no one, objects or vehicles around my car at the time that would cause it to happen.

Incident date: Jun 8, 2025

I have had problems with a hitch or pause in the acceleration of my 2012 Jeep Compass since at least April of last year. I purchased the vehicle used in January 2021. In and of itself, the hitch would be a minor thing, but I think it's related to other problems I'm having with the vehicle losing acc... Read more

Incident date: Jun 8, 2025

Incident date: Apr 9, 2025

My car randomly started stalling and turned off while I was in the middle of a busy intersection with both my children in the car. I had to turn on my hazards and turn off my car and turn it back on and press on the gas pedal. The car did that four times in less than 30 minutes. I am not the origina... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the starter was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the starter was replaced; however, the failure persist... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2025

Vehicle was bricked due to faulty "GATEWAY MODULE" gateway module was fried due to software version 2.2 OTA download. Vehicle was constantly giving false ADAS warnings and also had issues with driver door NFC reader. I have spent $3,869.75 to install new gateway module and manual download of versio... Read more

Incident date: Feb 10, 2025

Incident date: Aug 20, 2024

Ever since I purchased this vehicle in April of 2024, I've noticed that the forward collision mitigation system seems to see and respond to things which aren't in front of the vehicle. It seems like this system is watching the lane to the left of my vehicle, more than the lane which I am in, which ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2024

Incident date: Nov 13, 2024

When I drive my motorcycle on the highway with 70 mph +/- 5 miles, the bike is unstable, the steering bar is shaking, and it is hard to keep the bike in the lane. I complained to the dealer, they balanced the wheel, tested the bike, but the problem has not been solved.

Incident date: Sep 6, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Th... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated while approaching a red light or a stop sign at approximately 10 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed while releasing the accelerator pedal, and the contact drove over a pothole or an object in the road and the vehicle accelerated at high speed,... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2024

Incident date: Jul 5, 2024

Emissions system error

Incident date: Feb 1, 2024

At 15,000 miles the car began to exhibit a loud “knocking” and / or “clunking” sounds upon turning the steering wheel. Three dealerships later I’ve learned it is called a “strut bearing”, and that it’s covered under a “special coverage”. Which special coverage means that this is ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 25, 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contac... Read more

Incident date: Sep 25, 2023

The contact owns a 2020 Buick Envision. The contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt failed to extend and was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed. The dealer informed the contact that the front driver's side seat belt ratchet was abnormally opened, ca... Read more

Incident date: Sep 25, 2023

Incident date: Feb 14, 2024

The car completely stalled while going uphill. It restarted a few minutes after. I received 3 email notifications from Infiniti stating that my engine may have an emission control system malfunction. I took the car into the Infiniti dealership. They stated that the vehicle test was driven for 24 mi... Read more

Incident date: Jan 8, 2024

The auto start stop feature in my car appears very weak. I believe the dealer replaced the battery once early on and then I have had to replace the battery at my own expense again. Now, after a new battery, it is still appearing weak. I believe this feature is draining the batteries and causing a sa... Read more

Incident date: Jan 8, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel and display screen went blank at every one and a half miles. The Parking Brake and Front Camera Malfunction, Clear Screen messages were displayed. The vehicle was taken to the deal... Read more

Incident date: Aug 14, 2023

The transmission on my 2014 Subaru Impreza failed suddenly while I was driving about 70 mph in the middle lane of the interstate. My car began to decelerate rapidly, and I lost all ability to accelerate or even put my car in park. I was able to navigate to the side of the interstate and use the car'... Read more

Incident date: May 3, 2023

While driving in the rain on July 11, 2023 and for the first time I encountered rain dropping into the inside of my vehicle from several different places in the front windshield of my vehicle. The rain was falling profusely onto the gearshift area which caused me to multitask and try to cover the ar... Read more

Incident date: Feb 7, 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 15, 2023

I was driving down the freeway and my engine seized and I lost power to the engine. My safety was put at risk because I was on a busy freeway and it happened on a bridge and I had nowhere to go. Someone could have rear ended me very easily. My car is available for inspection at the dealer now, who s... Read more

Incident date: Feb 27, 2023

System does not alert until a vehicle is directly behind our vehicle or does not alert at all. Vehicle was purchased 3 days ago. The front assist does not work or will work after you pull too far forward and already tapped the curb. We stood in front of and side of vehicle and alarm did not sound at... Read more

Incident date: Jan 15, 2023

I was using the cruise control feature while driving and it gave multiple errors. It happens each time I use the cruise control feature and assisted driving feature. The errors it gives are: 1. Road Departure Mitigation System Problem. See Your Dealer. 2.Adaptive Cruise Control System Problem. S... Read more

Incident date: Jan 5, 2023

P052E: Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance. It is available for inspection upon request. It was a problem that was confirmed by two independent service centers. It first appeared at around 30k miles, then the engine light disappeared. At around 40k, it starts to intermittently... Read more

Incident date: Sep 24, 2022

I was driving on the street and lost power, I looked down and saw a red transmission message and noticed that my vehicle was in neutral. I hurried, and stepped on the break and put my car in drive. I drove 5 minutes to my destination. A few hours later, as I was leaving my destination, my car did th... Read more

Incident date: May 17, 2022

Got a check engine light at 72,047 miles. Looked up the code at autozone and it is a P052E. After googling this code, discovered this is an EXTREMELY common issue with 2015 & 2016 c and cla class mercedes. (see here https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w205/739851-check-engine-code-p052e-2.html). This... Read more

Incident date: Feb 18, 2022

Code: 052E71 - Valve for crankcase ventilation has a malfunction or block. This car has 48, 182 miles and is requiring $2000 worth of repairs.

Incident date: Feb 24, 2022

The panoramic sunroof failed to close after it was opened. I attempted to close the sunroof after use and it stayed open. This is concerning as debris could have flown into the car and impaired operation. Another concern is the short-circuiting/fire risk of the internal wiring and components in the ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 24, 2022

Incident date: Feb 20, 2022

There appears to have been a malfunction with the seat warmer that resulted in a fire.

Fire

Incident date: Jun 1, 2019

My radio completely turned off & the whole colonization system is shut down. I cannot control anything like changing the time or lights in my car & I have no working screen. The screen is completely black & nothing turns on or works. It randomly turned off one day & hasn’t come back on. I took it ... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V197000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Th... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA 250. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed. The contact stated that the gear shifted into neutral independently when driving at low speeds. The contact was able to switch the gear back into drive when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2021

Incident date: Jun 8, 2021

We received a recall notice advising that the stationary roof panel located between the windshield and sunroof was not bonded correctly and could full detach from the vehicle. while driving on the freeway I heard a wind noise coming from the roof and then without warning the roof panel flew off the ... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM7) (Front-Wheel Drive)	26.0	37.0	30.0	Premium	$2,550

CO2 Emissions: 299.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

69 manufacturer communications from 49 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	9
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	9
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	6
100000 POWER TRAIN	4
010000 STEERING	4
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	4
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	4
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	3

220000 SEATS

Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Fault code P06DA00 is found current or stored in engine control unit. Check engine light may be activated. Various causes Up to Model year 2018 Fault code P06DA00 can be disregarded if not activating the check engine light, unless ot

350000 EQUIPMENT

The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Spare wheel.

206000 WHEELS:SPACE SAVER WHEEL

Spare wheel.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Vibrations/ humming when moving off or maneuvering with the wheels turned

020000 SUSPENSION

Vibrations/ humming when moving off or maneuvering with the wheels turned

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mercedes-Benz AG (?MBAG?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (?MY?) 2013-2017 B-Class, C-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, G-Class, GL-Class, GLA-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, GLK-Class, GLS-Cla

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Implausible "service due" instrument cluster message, head unit pop-up, or Mmc message

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated - Fault code P012800

340000 COMMUNICATION

Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Headlamps fogged

120000 LIGHTING (PWS)

Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che

350000 EQUIPMENT

121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES

350000 EQUIPMENT

To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Information Label on Tire Sealant

190000 TIRES

Information Label on Tire Sealant

330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING

Retrofitted front door exit lamps with logo projection flicker

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Retrofitted front door exit lamps with logo projection flicker

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Squeaking Noise from Exhaust Gas Flap

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Squeaking Noise from Exhaust Gas Flap

010000 STEERING

Replace Steering Gear Bolts

020000 SUSPENSION

Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Update restraint system control unit software

350000 EQUIPMENT

Fault message "SRS - Service Required" displayed in instrument cluster and SRS lamp active

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Audio 20: Apple CarPlay displays pixelated image

350000 EQUIPMENT

Audio 20: Apple CarPlay displays pixelated image

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Audio 20: Apple CarPlay displays pixelated image

150000 SEAT BELTS

Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises

100000 POWER TRAIN

7G-DCT: Scratching noise when changing gear from D to R when transmission cold.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Audio 20: Symbols in the status line in the central display can overlap

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Audio 20: Symbols in the status line in the central display can overlap

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Direct starting/ ECO start/stop inoperative and fault code B21059A current and stored in CBC (front SAM)

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Intial startup not possible after replacement of transmisson 725.0 or of electrohydraulic controller unit.

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Intial startup not possible after replacement of transmisson 725.0 or of electrohydraulic controller unit.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.

061530 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS

Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine starts - but stops again

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diverse fault messages in instrument cluster. Distronic, ESP, tire pressure monitoring, engine indicator lamp Diverse CAN communication errors stored in quick test Possible malfunctions in Parktronic or Active Parking Assist. Possible m

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Vehicle rocks or lurches once after sitting in park with engine running for roughly 10 minutes

350000 EQUIPMENT

Creaking noises in area of center console

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Coolant warning message in the instrument cluster although the coolant level is OK

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine diagnosis warning lamp active - check engine light (CEL) on. The fault code P052E71 is logged in the fault memory of the engine control unit.

350000 EQUIPMENT

The center stowage compartment does on close or open smoothly.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ESP?, BAS, PRE-SAFE?, HOLD function, Hill-Start Assist and ESP? trailer stabilization are unavailable due to a malfunction. Also the adaptive brake lights, Adaptive Brake Assist and/or ATTENTION ASSIST may have failed or be deactivated. The

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine diagnosis warning lamp is active. One or more of the faults listed under 'Control unit / Fault code' relating to the throttle valve actuator (M16/6) and/or oxygen sensor (G3/1 and/or G3/2) are stored in the engine control unit.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl

100000 POWER TRAIN

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Blind Spot Assist may warn for no obvious reason (visual and then acoustic warning message).

010000 STEERING

Surface damage on steering wheel trim

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Implausible coolant warning message in instrument cluster

100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission intermittently fails to shift, vehicle jolts in higher gears. The dual clutch transmission (DKG) control unit contains the stored FC 92177 or 92100 - The shift valve of the internal shaft has a malfunction. The commanded posi

350000 EQUIPMENT

Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software update of COMAND Online control unit.

130000 VISIBILITY

New roller blind with blind bearing does not fit in previous panoramic with old roof mechanisms or blind guide rails.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.

010000 STEERING

Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Parktronic inoperable.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

Parktronic inoperable.

118530 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING

Parktronic inoperable.

010000 STEERING

Vehicle wanders to the left or right.

MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250 across all model years (2014, 2017).

31 Total Recalls

518 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

32 Reported Crashes

8 Reported Fires

2 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2017	10	37	View
2016 (current)	8	98
2015	7	83	View
2014	6	280	View
2013	0	11	View
2012	0	9	View

Other MERCEDES-BENZ Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
GLA 250	1,219	416	View
GLC 300	1,143	568	View
GLE 350	1,116	311	View
C 300	1,074	360	View
AMG GLS63	963	12	View
AMG C43	944	74	View
CLA 250	923	130	View
AMG GLC43	920	42	View

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2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

EPA Fuel Economy, 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250

Most Affected Components

MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250 - All Years Overview

MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250 - Year by Year

Other MERCEDES-BENZ Models