https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Mercedes-Benz A 220. en-us Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:50:26 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#recall-26V481000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-a-220-2022 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging aut https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#recall-26V481000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-a-220-2021 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging aut https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#recall-26V481000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-a-220-2020 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging aut https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#recall-26V481000-mercedes-benz-mercedes-benz-a-220-2019 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging aut https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2170956 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT this is a formal notification regarding my vehicle that I purchased at House Of Imports on February 27, 2021. A Mercedes Benz A-Class 220 year 2021, VIN #W1K3G4EB7MJ290124. Shortly after purchase I experienced several safety concerns about the vehicle. The first and main concern are while driving vehicle the accelerator stopped working ,vehicle would not move forward or back which put my life i https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2170957 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT this is a formal notification regarding my vehicle that I purchased at House Of Imports on February 27, 2021. A Mercedes Benz A-Class 220 year 2021, VIN #W1K3G4EB7MJ290124. Shortly after purchase I experienced several safety concerns about the vehicle. The first and main concern are while driving vehicle the accelerator stopped working ,vehicle would not move forward or back which put my life i https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2152587 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 VIN: [XXX] Dealer: Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek (Walnut Creek, CA) I am reporting multiple safety defects involving federally regulated systems. The vehicle has repeatedly activated emergency braking at freeway speeds without reason, posing a significant risk of collision. The brake assist warning appears frequently, and both the front and rear proximity/collisi https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2152588 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 VIN: [XXX] Dealer: Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek (Walnut Creek, CA) I am reporting multiple safety defects involving federally regulated systems. The vehicle has repeatedly activated emergency braking at freeway speeds without reason, posing a significant risk of collision. The brake assist warning appears frequently, and both the front and rear proximity/collisi https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2152589 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 VIN: [XXX] Dealer: Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek (Walnut Creek, CA) I am reporting multiple safety defects involving federally regulated systems. The vehicle has repeatedly activated emergency braking at freeway speeds without reason, posing a significant risk of collision. The brake assist warning appears frequently, and both the front and rear proximity/collisi https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2145483 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Srs light on Mercedes told me no recalls https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2142832 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT There was a rear camera recall in 2022 which I had fixed they did a software upgrade. The EXACT same issue has returned . It’s really dangerous when backing out of spaces and I can’t see. I took to dealership and they claim my license plate cover is the issue however even without the cover the exact problem with camera exists it is the same failure https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2139302 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT While driving the car shuts off and unable to restart. It will turn over but not remain started enough to move the vehicle. I did notice it jerk when speed was increased a few times before. Fuel pump was replaced less than a year ago according to Mercedes in Tuscaloosa Alabama. . After a certified Mercedes mechanic inspected the vehicle I was told it was the fuel pump once again. $4000+ later and https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2130847 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 experienced the same defect described in NHTSA Recall 21V961000 (fuel injector leakage and potential fire hazard). In March 2023, my vehicle was diagnosed with leaking fuel injectors that were causing fuel to leak back through electrical connections, creating circuit issues and a fire risk. I paid $2,902.65 out-of-pocket at a certified service center to have all four OE https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2130848 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 experienced the same defect described in NHTSA Recall 21V961000 (fuel injector leakage and potential fire hazard). In March 2023, my vehicle was diagnosed with leaking fuel injectors that were causing fuel to leak back through electrical connections, creating circuit issues and a fire risk. I paid $2,902.65 out-of-pocket at a certified service center to have all four OE https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2112611 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 the dealership had my vehicle for over a month for major engine repairs after the motor mount snapped on the freeway and since then I only drove 3661 miles and I’m now convinced that they miss diagnosed and missed something It never drove the same after so on June 24th I was driving home and the engine seized and almost ejected me from the vehicle and I thank god for seatbelts The ca https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2112612 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 the dealership had my vehicle for over a month for major engine repairs after the motor mount snapped on the freeway and since then I only drove 3661 miles and I’m now convinced that they miss diagnosed and missed something It never drove the same after so on June 24th I was driving home and the engine seized and almost ejected me from the vehicle and I thank god for seatbelts The ca https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2112613 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 the dealership had my vehicle for over a month for major engine repairs after the motor mount snapped on the freeway and since then I only drove 3661 miles and I’m now convinced that they miss diagnosed and missed something It never drove the same after so on June 24th I was driving home and the engine seized and almost ejected me from the vehicle and I thank god for seatbelts The ca https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2110995 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has experienced a recurring and extremely dangerous transmission malfunction beginning around 15,000 miles and continuing through 75,000 miles. While driving on both highways and main streets, the car would suddenly stall and shift itself into neutral. A warning message would appear on the dash saying “Cannot reverse – take to dealer.” The gas pedal would become unre https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2110996 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has experienced a recurring and extremely dangerous transmission malfunction beginning around 15,000 miles and continuing through 75,000 miles. While driving on both highways and main streets, the car would suddenly stall and shift itself into neutral. A warning message would appear on the dash saying “Cannot reverse – take to dealer.” The gas pedal would become unre https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2109670 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I have had numerous issues with my 2019 A220. At 92k mi my cylinder head had to be replaced. My check engine light came on and they said there was a cylinder head leak. At 108k miles I had to have it replaced yet again because my car lost power driving uphill when shifting between 4th and 5th gear. Now at 112k mi the check engine light came on and sure enough they need to replace all 4 ignition co https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2109671 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I have had numerous issues with my 2019 A220. At 92k mi my cylinder head had to be replaced. My check engine light came on and they said there was a cylinder head leak. At 108k miles I had to have it replaced yet again because my car lost power driving uphill when shifting between 4th and 5th gear. Now at 112k mi the check engine light came on and sure enough they need to replace all 4 ignition co https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2109672 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I have had numerous issues with my 2019 A220. At 92k mi my cylinder head had to be replaced. My check engine light came on and they said there was a cylinder head leak. At 108k miles I had to have it replaced yet again because my car lost power driving uphill when shifting between 4th and 5th gear. Now at 112k mi the check engine light came on and sure enough they need to replace all 4 ignition co https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2107640 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 Engine mount broke and almost crashed my car the dealership did this: Rear engine support replace Remove/install complete wheel Engine compartment paneling, bottom Centre remove/install The torque struts were replaced N torque strut fasteners It had 38,195 miles I had engine trouble while driving on June 24th and towed it to dealership It has 41.856 not even 3661 The brakes locke https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2107641 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 Engine mount broke and almost crashed my car the dealership did this: Rear engine support replace Remove/install complete wheel Engine compartment paneling, bottom Centre remove/install The torque struts were replaced N torque strut fasteners It had 38,195 miles I had engine trouble while driving on June 24th and towed it to dealership It has 41.856 not even 3661 The brakes locke https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2107642 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT August 2024 Engine mount broke and almost crashed my car the dealership did this: Rear engine support replace Remove/install complete wheel Engine compartment paneling, bottom Centre remove/install The torque struts were replaced N torque strut fasteners It had 38,195 miles I had engine trouble while driving on June 24th and towed it to dealership It has 41.856 not even 3661 The brakes locke https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2105771 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The drivetrain/shaft is causing rumbling in the vehicle when accelerating and decelerating, typically around highway speeds. after more investigation the parts used on the a220 were also used on the gle350 that were recalled for having the same issues however the a220 wasn’t recalled for those issues. https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2090894 Sat, 10 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT While driving my lease vehicle on two separate days, it completely shut down while in motion with no prior warning. The first incident occurred while crossing a MAX train intersection in downtown Portland. The engine stopped mid intersection, emitted a strong mechanical odor, ticking noises began, and dashboard alerts appeared. I could not restart or shift the vehicle into neutral. It was stuck, b https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2090895 Sat, 10 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT While driving my lease vehicle on two separate days, it completely shut down while in motion with no prior warning. The first incident occurred while crossing a MAX train intersection in downtown Portland. The engine stopped mid intersection, emitted a strong mechanical odor, ticking noises began, and dashboard alerts appeared. I could not restart or shift the vehicle into neutral. It was stuck, b https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2090896 Sat, 10 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT While driving my lease vehicle on two separate days, it completely shut down while in motion with no prior warning. The first incident occurred while crossing a MAX train intersection in downtown Portland. The engine stopped mid intersection, emitted a strong mechanical odor, ticking noises began, and dashboard alerts appeared. I could not restart or shift the vehicle into neutral. It was stuck, b https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220 https://plaincars.com/make/mercedes-benz-a-220#complaint-2068131 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT I used the factory installed remote start via the Mercedes me app, and within a couple of minutes the car was in flames.