2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 Problems & Complaints

Better than average60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A220 at the same age

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 60% fewer than a typical A220 model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better A220 years. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (2 complaints). 2 recalls cover this model year.

4complaints
2recalls
0crashes
1fires
1injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 problems

  • Engine & cooling
    250%
  • Electrical system
    250%
  • Other / not specified
    250%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    250%
  • Suspension
    125%

Share of the 4 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz A220 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz A220. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best A220 years: 2022, 2021. Compare all years →

2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 recalls (2)

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Lock

NHTSA recall 26V-481 · Jul 24, 2026 · 310,667 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026.

Exterior lighting › Headlights

NHTSA recall 23V-662 · Oct 2, 2023 · 32 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 A220, GLA250, and AMG GLA35 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo7-speed dual-clutchFWD24 / 35 / 28

EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 a good car?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 A220 rates better than average: 60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A220 at the same age. It is one of the best A220 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220?

The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (2) and fuel & propulsion system (2).

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A220, the most recent from July 24, 2026 (lock). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz A220?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022 and 2021. See the full Mercedes-Benz A220 years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.