Mercedes-Benz CLA Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Mercedes-Benz CLA? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Mercedes-Benz CLA — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2024Worst | 0 | 2 | 0 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
Most Common CLA Problems
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
CLA Years to Avoid
Ranked by combined complaints, recalls, and reported injuries.
Best CLA Years to Buy
Mercedes-Benz CLA Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability
What year CLA has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 2 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2024 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA has accumulated 2 owner-filed complaints and 0 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used CLA.
What are the most common CLA problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Mercedes-Benz CLA across recent model years are: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my CLA has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Mercedes-Benz CLA using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
Check a Specific Mercedes-Benz CLA VIN
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