MYRModel Year Report

2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric

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2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:06:45.366Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 25 complaints 2015 2016: 5 complaints 2016 5
2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 25 complaints 2015 2016: 5 complaints 2016 5
2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 25 complaints 2015 2016: 5 complaints 2016 5

2016: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
201420
201525
20165

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

3 of 5 total reports mention: engine.

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Drive unit failed. Manufacturer's Faulty coolant seal. Coolant leaked into engine, Dashboard displayed "Workshop" warning about 2-3 times before breakdown.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-07

2021-11-29, 10a PST. The "check coolant level" warning appeared while I was driving westbound on the 210 freeway in Glendale, California.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-12-27

Wheels

1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric equipped with hankook tires, tire line: event emt, tire size: 225/55/CR1797W, and DOT number: BCKC1AH2116. The contact stated that all four tires abnormally prematurely wore out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-25

Also filed under Tires

Tires

1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.

Steering

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz b class. Consumer writes in regards to insufficient electrical grounding safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the recall repair exceeded a reasonable amount of time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-06

Also filed under Air bags

Power train

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  2. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.