Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz A-Class. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz A-Class have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest A-Class’s Issues in the EU
Due to inadequate corrosion protection, the integral subframe of the front axle may corrode, which could impair its operational strength and … .
The connection of the power supply to the electrical power steering may have been contaminated by heat-activated adhesive. Ageing of this … .
A trapped particle may damage the sealing between the fuel rail and fuel injector, which could cause fuel to leak into … .
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Owners’ Reviews.
Latest A-Class’s Issues in the UK
- MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (2020 – 2021) – THE DOOR LOCKSon 14. 01. 2022
MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (19/01/2020 – 03/02/2021) RECALL: Problem description: On certain vehicles with an additional door lock, the locking pawl spring ... .
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (2010 – 2012) – UPDATE TO IMPROVE EMISSIONSon 13. 12. 2021
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (13/05/2010 – 02/05/2012) RECALL: Problem description: As a result of a directive from Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority […]
- MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (2016 – 2017) – THE STEERING SHAFTon 21. 07. 2021
MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (30/11/2016 – 28/02/2017) RECALL: Problem description: A bore in the universal joint on the steering shaft might not ... .
