2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250

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2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250
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Only 23 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 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
23

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2019

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2018: 41 complaints 2018 2019: 23 complaints 2019 23 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 6 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2024 2025: 1 complaint 2025
2018: 41 complaints 2018 2019: 23 complaints 2019 23 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 6 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2024 2025: 1 complaint 2025
2018: 41 complaints 2018 2019: 23 complaints 2019 23 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 6 complaints 2021 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2024 2025: 1 complaint 2025

2019: 23 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
201841
201923
202020
20216
20221
20236
20242
20251

Known problem areas

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

4 of 23 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Engine

4 of 23 total reports mention: engine.

Wheels

3 of 23 total reports mention: wheels.

Show complaint excerpts

The rims of the Mercedes continually crack with moderate low speed driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-06

The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that on several occasions, several cracks were discovered on all four rims upon inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-02

Electrical system

2 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system.

Communication

2 of 23 total reports mention: communication.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2019-05-03Latches/locks/linkages19V219000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC vehicles. The right side door locks may not have been properly manufactured.

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door locks, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030020.

  2. R
    2021-03-12Communication, electrical system21V058000 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.

    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.

  3. R
    2021-03-31Communication21V072000 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 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350,...

    Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the communication module and activate it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Letters for the owners of the 9 additional vehicles were mailed July 9, 2021.

  4. R
    2021-09-03Structure21V197000 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...

    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.

  5. R
    2022-07-08Communication, electrical system22V365000 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 G-Class vehicles.

    Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.

  6. R
    2024-03-22Structure23V854000 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.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V219000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 21V058000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 21V072000 · Communication
  • Recall 21V197000 · Structure
  • Recall 22V365000 · Communication, electrical system
  • Recall 23V854000 · Structure

FAQ

Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.