Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliable?
2014–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2021 | 4 | 7 | 1 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2020 | 8 | 18 | 4 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2019 | 5 | 10 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2018 | 8 | 29 | 1 | — | 31 | Poor |
| 2017 | 10 | 17 | 1 | — | 33 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the CLA Compares to Similar Vehicles
The CLA scores 13 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 83 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz CLA scores 57/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 35 recall campaigns and 83 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year CLA is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 CLA achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 2 complaints.
How many miles does a CLA last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz CLA owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used CLA will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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