NHTSA lists 1 complaints for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ (ev), 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250+ (EV).
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| loss of control | 1 | 100.0% | 0.61 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 1 | 100.0% | 0.97 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 1 tagged complaints of 1 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2026-05-01. Systems: SEAT BELTS.
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) and CLA 250+ (EV) vehicles. The front passenger seat belt retractor may have been manufactured with a defect that prevents the deactivation of the child seat safety function (Automatic Locking Retractor). As a result, the seat belt may remain in a locked position and cannot be extended.
Consequence: A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
64 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 41 |
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| STEERING | 9 |
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| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 8 |
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| STRUCTURE | 6 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 |
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| LANE DEPARTURE | 2 |
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11038190
Date: 2026-09-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint The vehicle pulls to the left or right. Cause In vehicles with Car Package Release "CPR" 2.1.0 or prior, the calibration value for the straighta line stability of the electric power steering is not fully calibrated. Remedy Install Car Package Release 2.1.1 or later. Straighta line normal
11038184
Date: 2026-09-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint 174 with MB.OS 2.1.3 a Driver Assistance System Limited in Instrument Cluster and Does Not Selfa Extinguish. When vehicle is shut off, instrument cluster message appears for "Driver Assistance Systems Available". Cause Under Determination. Remedy Perform initial startup of the head unit
11038186
Date: 2026-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is distinctly different if it happens at all times or only while braking. Cause Although the cause of the vibra
11037729
Date: 2026-09-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint Display message in the instrument cluster for "Active Brake Assist Inoperative" or "DISTRONIC inoperative". AND Fault code C1100FC or C1100FD is Active or Active and Stored in MRR_F_Gen6 (B29/20). Cause The holder for the MRR_F_Gen6 (B29/20) front radar sensor may no longer have the correc
11037614
Date: 2026-09-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint 174 with MB.OS 2.1.1 a Driver Assistance System Limited in Instrument Cluster and Does Not Selfa Extinguish. When vehicle is shut off, instrument cluster message appears for "Driver Assistance Systems Available". Cause Under Determination. Remedy Perform initial startup of the head unit
11036511
Date: 2026-08-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.
Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded so that the tailgate no longer opens as a res
11036191
Date: 2026-08-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Complaint a ? Driving assistance system fault messages are displayed in the driver display. a ? The switch lighting flashes at night/in the dark. a ? The following fault codes are stored in the N135 a steering wheel electronics control unit (LRE, SWSP174): B104404, B12A04A, and B1E9F96. Cause Hard
11036101
Date: 2026-08-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. a ? If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim removed, then continue the diagnosis working towards the speaker and if necessary
11035213
Date: 2026-07-24. Type: Other. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, STRUCTURE.
Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline for all dealer returns is no later than Thursday, August 13th, 2026. After August 13th, returns of these parts will no lo
11035228
Date: 2026-07-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Complaint High-frequency cheeping or ticking when heating is requested in the instrument panel area. Cause Variable switching frequencies in the high-voltage on-board electrical system can cause vibrations that lead to noise complaints on the HV-PTC N33/16 (air heater). Remedy Perform the following