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Mercedes-Benz CLA250Model year report

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Problems

Complaints
23filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
35,000miles, 8 complaints with mileage
Recalls
6campaigns on record
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—no overall rating published
EPA fuel economy
29 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 24 city / 37 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 5 complaints (22% of the total), followed by engine (4) and fuel system (4). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 35,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 144 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Body and structure (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).

Example complaints

Other or unknown: “The sunroof is off the track. There seems to have been a recall for my make and model and year of vehicle (2019 Mercedes CLA 250) though Mercedes tells me that my vin # is not among those that were recalled. However, they told me that if I could reach out to NHTSA, that it would be possible that my vehicle would be added to the recall, which would force Mercedes to have to repair the issue at their cost, so this is me doing that.”

NHTSA complaint #11719214, filed 2026-02

Engine: “Although I bought this 2019 Mercedes Benz CLA 250 less than 1 year ago with 18,600 miles on it, in May 2024 the check engine light came on and the dealer service shop gave the following diagnosis: CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSE. Comments: THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSE HAS AN INTERNAL FAILURE AND IS CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THE CRANKCASE VENT HOSE IS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. Repair Estimate: $1769.00 They told me that it is a known issue and that many other models have been recalled, but because my exact make, year, and model was not yet included I would have to pay out of pocket. …”

NHTSA complaint #11608608, filed 2024-08

Fuel system: “Fuel lines, strong gas smell inside the cabin, the gas leak posed a significant safety hazard, risk of fire or explosion, risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, risk of injury or death to myself and/or others. It has happened while driving, while parked, during refueling, this vehicle has been inspected twice, the last inspection was done at Star Motors Auto Repair Shop in Sacramento, CA, I request that the Manufacturer investigate this serious safety issue. I request that Manufacturer take appropriate action to repair the vehicle and ensure my safety. …”

NHTSA complaint #11635924, filed 2025-01

Wheels: “I have had this vehicle for a year and a half and I don't drive it much. The vehicle has 12,000 miles on it and I'm a very careful driver. I very rarely hit any potholes and have never been involved in an accident. After my tire kept losing air, I took it to the dealership to find out that not only is one of the rims cracked but the other three rims are bent. I have no idea how this could have happened, considering how careful I am and that no one else has ever driven my vehicle before. …”

NHTSA complaint #11394380, filed 2021-02, 12,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

50% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 50,000 miles.

25%0–1025%10–250%25–5050%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (8 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 35,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

201920212022202352024202552026
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
CLA250 FWD2.0L 4-cyl7-speed automatic243729$2,850
CLA250 4matic part-time 4WD2.0L 4-cyl7-speed automatic243227$3,050
CLA250 4matic 4WD2.0L 4-cyl · flex-fuel7-speed automatic243227$3,050

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 144 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 144 bulletins →

Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLA250

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
20236—0—29—Too new
20217—5—29—Not enough data
20202015,93411—28—Rising
20192335,0006—29—Rising
20184127,0009—2934 · FewerRising
20172839,38110—2943 · TypicalStable
20166737,0008—3074 · MoreStable
20156136,9547—3050 · TypicalStable
201417916,7686—30100 · MoreFalling
2013970,0000———Not enough data
2012765,0000———Not enough data

All Mercedes-Benz CLA250 model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 have?

NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 as of Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 is reported most often?

Other or unknown is named most often, in 5 complaints (22% of the total), followed by engine with 4.

Has the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 (CLA250, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 29 mpg combined, 24 city and 37 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 reported?

Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 35,000 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 50,000 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.