2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250.

20182020
Complaints
27
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#14 complaints

Engine Problems

#24 complaints

Fuel System

#33 complaints

Wheel Issues

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250.

Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Communication
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~245,698 vehicles.

23V854000Structure:body:roof And Pillars
~2,976 affected

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. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.

22V365000Communication: Auto Crash Notification · Electrical System:software
~242,722 affected

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. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

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2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 has 27 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 4 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (4 complaints); Fuel System (4 complaints); Wheel Issues (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 245,698 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mercedes-Benz Cla 250 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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