2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250 Problems and Recalls (176 Complaints)
The most-reported problem on the 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250 is Engine (23% of 176 owner reports). There are 6 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Engine — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 176 complaints · 6 recalls
What problems show up on the 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250?
40 of 176 filings named Engine (23% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.
Second is Cruise / speed control (25 reports).
There are 6 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Airbags, Brakes, and Body / frame. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.
The previous year is not published here. Use the year list to jump around.
What owners reported
System named most often: Engine 40 complaints · 22.7% of the file
Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:
- Crashes 4
- Fires 3
- Injuries 6
- Deaths 0
NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
Which systems owners named
Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.
“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.
View component data as a table
| System / Component | Complaints | Share of Reports | Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine (ENGINE) | 40 | 22.7% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) | 25 | 14.2% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) | 22 | 12.5% | 0 crashes · 1 fires |
| Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) | 15 | 8.5% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Body / frame (STRUCTURE) | 8 | 4.6% | 0 crashes · 1 fires |
| Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY) | 8 | 4.6% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Airbags (AIR BAGS) | 7 | 4.0% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Steering (STEERING) | 6 | 3.4% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Wheels (WHEELS) | 6 | 3.4% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Unclassified NHTSA leftover | 44 | 25.0% | 0 crashes · 1 fires |
NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
When reports and recalls showed up
When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.
- Campaign 16V901000 was reported 989 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 21V197000 was reported 2,628 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 23V854000 was reported 3,629 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
View timeline records as a table
| Date | Record type | Count | Record identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2014-Q1 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2014-Q2 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2014-Q3 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2014-Q4 | Owner reports | 9 | |
| 2015-Q1 | Owner reports | 19 | |
| 2015-Q2 | Owner reports | 13 | |
| 2015-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2015-Q4 | Owner reports | 9 | |
| 2016-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2016-Q2 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2016-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2016-Q4 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2017-Q1 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2017-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2017-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2017-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2018-Q1 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2018-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2018-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2018-Q4 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2019-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2019-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2019-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2019-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2020-Q1 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2020-Q2 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2020-Q3 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2020-Q4 | Owner reports | 8 | |
| 2021-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2021-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2021-Q3 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2021-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2022-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2022-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2023-Q1 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2023-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2023-Q4 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2024-Q1 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2024-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2024-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2025-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2025-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2026-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2026-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 15V426000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 16V901000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 17V627000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 19V787000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 21V197000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 23V854000 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | PE21001 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | EA21002 |
Safety Recalls (6)
Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.
In short, these campaigns were filed about Airbags, Brakes, and Body / frame.
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Recall campaign 15V426000
Airbags
- Report date
- Component:
- Airbags (AIR BAGS)
- Consequence:
- If the fuses were not properly installed, they may lose electrical contact. In the event of a loss of electrical contact, certain systems may be impacted, including the function of the front passenger seat occupancy recognition system, the passenger side air bag indicator lamp, the instrument cluster and the windshield wipers. Should the function of the front passenger seat occupancy recognition system or the passenger side airbag indicator lamp be affected, the risk of injury for passengers in the event of a crash would be increased. Should the function of the instrument cluster and the windshield wipers be affected, the risk of a crash would be increased.
- Remedy:
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the position and orientation of the fuses, and if necessary, replace the fuse box, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2015060007.
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Recall campaign 16V901000
Brakes
- Report date
- Component:
- Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)
- Consequence:
- If the vehicles unexpectedly need increased pressure on the brake pedal to apply the brakes, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector end fitting at the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Recall campaign 17V627000
Airbags
- Report date
- Component:
- Airbags (AIR BAGS)
- Consequence:
- If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
- Remedy:
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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Recall campaign 19V787000
Safety recall 19V787000
- Report date
- Component:
- Not available in the source record
- Consequence:
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
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Recall campaign 21V197000
Body / frame
- Report date
- Component:
- Body / frame (STRUCTURE)
- Consequence:
- The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Recall campaign 23V854000
Body / frame
- Report date
- Component:
- Body / frame (STRUCTURE)
- Consequence:
- A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
What owners actually wrote
Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07
Showing 9 of 176 complaints · page 1 of 8
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was an abnormal snapping sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a code reader retrieved information that there was a fault with the SRS sensor. The contact was charged for a diagnostic test and provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The shifter randomly stops working so I could have the car in reverse and not be able to put it in drive and be stuck in traffic or vice versa. I can have the car and drive and not be able to put it in reverse. I'd be stuck in traffic very dangerous.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle, she discovered that the driver's side window was shattered. The sunroof was brown, and there was a hole in the dashboard showing the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle had caught fire; however, the fire extinguished on its own. There were no prior warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or police report filed. The fire department responded and was present at the scene, and disconnected several wires. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I own a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 with the 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder M270 engine. The check-engine light came on and an OBD-II scan showed fault code P052E / P052E71, which indicates that the valve for crankcase ventilation (PCV / crankcase ventilation valve integrated into the valve cover) has a malfunction and the actuator is blocked. The vehicle is available for inspection and, if the repair is performed, the failed part can be retained. This appears to be the same failure that has been documented by other owners and by Mercedes-Benz on the related M274 engine used in other models (same 2.0L turbo engine family and PCV / crankcase ventilation design, but in a longitudinal layout). For those vehicles, Mercedes has issued technical service bulletins and extended emissions-related warranty coverage for the crankcase ventilation / PCV system, but vehicles like my CLA with the M270 engine are excluded even though they show the same DTCs and failure. In my case, the problem has so far shown up as a check-engine light and stored fault codes, without obvious drivability symptoms yet. However, a blocked or failed crankcase ventilation valve can increase crankcase pressure, cause oil leaks, fuel vapor or oil smells, and potential turbocharger or drivability issues, which may create a safety risk if the problem worsens (loss of power or stalling). The problem has been reproduced multiple times with different OBD-II scan tools. I contacted Mercedes-Benz and was told there are no recalls or warranty coverage for this issue on my vehicle.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
P052e common crankcase ventilator issue mercedez extended warranty for later models for this same consistent issue in all the cars excluding 2014 starting at 2015 vehicles making us pay over $2000 for a fix supposed to be free being that it's all mercedes even the year before Should be a recall along with the hundreds of thousands of people with same issue online same car.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the contact briefly lost control of the vehicle, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. After a visual inspection, the contact observed excessive rust underneath the rear subframe. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Extended Warranty–Rear Subframe Damage Code: 35441 47. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 100,000.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
my rear subframe rusted from the inside out and due to the rust my control arm broke off
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Check engine code p052e - PCV valve replacement (Crankcase Ventilation valve) - common issue on car and known recall for other models
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the sunroof was inoperable. The contact stated that the glass panel had detached, and the contact became aware of a crack on the glass panel. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems on the 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250?
Owners named Engine most often — 40 of 176 reports (23%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.
Are there recalls for the 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Airbags, Brakes, and Body / frame. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.
What should I inspect before buying a 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250?
Look up the VIN for open recalls. Have a shop check for oil consumption, coolant leaks, rough idle and unusual engine noise. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.
Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?
No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.
Estimated Ownership Cost
EPA fuel economy ratings and annual operating cost estimates
Data: US EPA Fuel Economy Guide · snapshot 2026-08-21
Adjacent Model Years
Immediate preceding and succeeding model year records
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Methodology & Data Integrity
Source: NHTSA ODI / recalls, snapshot 2026-09-07. YearTell is not a government agency.