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Mercedes-Benz A220
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Complaints
73
Active records
Recalls
15
Active records
TSBs
255
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
3
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Top reported issues — Mercedes-Benz A220
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Operating state
Condition issue
Reporting mechanism
Engine behavior
Driver assistance issue
Performance issue
Vibration/harshness
Safety restraint issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Noise
Powering on/off behavior
Braking behavior
Access/entry issue
Infotainment behavior
Starting behavior
Communication/network issue
Electrical issue
HVAC behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Smell
Thermal issue
Fluid issue
Recent change
Steering behavior
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Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Jun 13, 2026
The car shakes above 60mph
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Jun 6, 2026
While driving at highway speed, I experienced a sudden loss of engine power with no warning. This created an immediate safety hazard for myself and other drivers. The vehicle was diagnosed by Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown as requiring a full engine replacement (~$19,000). This failure is consistent with a known defect in the 2.0L M260 engine used in the 2020 A220, involving premature wear of exhaust valve seat rings and valve guides, causing leaking valves, loss of compression, and catastrophic…
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed May 3, 2026
Thermostat failed making car over heat also sunroof failed due to cheap rolling up shade device getting stuck , when car was less than 4 years old with very little use.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Jan 28, 2026
this is a formal notification regarding my vehicle that I purchased at House Of Imports on February 27, 2021. A Mercedes Benz A-Class 220 year 2021, VIN #W1K3G4EB7MJ290124. Shortly after purchase I experienced several safety concerns about the vehicle. The first and main concern are while driving vehicle the accelerator stopped working ,vehicle would not move forward or back which put my life in a dangerous situation due to this isssue that occured while on a main street with incoming…
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Nov 29, 2025
Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 VIN: [XXX] Dealer: Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek (Walnut Creek, CA) I am reporting multiple safety defects involving federally regulated systems. The vehicle has repeatedly activated emergency braking at freeway speeds without reason, posing a significant risk of collision. The brake assist warning appears frequently, and both the front and rear proximity/collision sensors display a full red warning state with continuous audible alerts. These alerts cannot be…
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Nov 3, 2025
Srs light on Mercedes told me no recalls
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Oct 24, 2025
There was a rear camera recall in 2022 which I had fixed they did a software upgrade. The EXACT same issue has returned . It’s really dangerous when backing out of spaces and I can’t see. I took to dealership and they claim my license plate cover is the issue however even without the cover the exact problem with camera exists it is the same failure
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Oct 13, 2025
While driving the car shuts off and unable to restart. It will turn over but not remain started enough to move the vehicle. I did notice it jerk when speed was increased a few times before. Fuel pump was replaced less than a year ago according to Mercedes in Tuscaloosa Alabama. . After a certified Mercedes mechanic inspected the vehicle I was told it was the fuel pump once again. $4000+ later and I am having the same issue. Very frustrating to be stranded with my kids in the car.
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Sep 16, 2025
My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 experienced the same defect described in NHTSA Recall 21V961000 (fuel injector leakage and potential fire hazard). In March 2023, my vehicle was diagnosed with leaking fuel injectors that were causing fuel to leak back through electrical connections, creating circuit issues and a fire risk. I paid $2,902.65 out-of-pocket at a certified service center to have all four OEM fuel injectors replaced (invoice available). Later, I took my car to a Mercedes-Benz dealership,…
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A 220
Filed Jul 22, 2025
August 2024 the dealership had my vehicle for over a month for major engine repairs after the motor mount snapped on the freeway and since then I only drove 3661 miles and I’m now convinced that they miss diagnosed and missed something It never drove the same after so on June 24th I was driving home and the engine seized and almost ejected me from the vehicle and I thank god for seatbelts The car was towed to the dealership and no loaner nor communication for 3 weeks Then tried to charge me…