2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 61 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 103 | 92 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,800 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz CLA250 | Mercedes-Benz CLA250 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 13 |
| Structure | 7 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 5 |
| Visibility | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 5 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.