Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | −70% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2015 | 25 | 1.9× | 2 | Transmission | Caution |
| 2014 | 20 | 1.3× | 2 | Transmission | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median B-Class Electric year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric problems
Latest Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric recalls
Communication
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.
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.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of…
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric should you avoid?
2015 — this year has the most complaints relative to other B-Class Electric years at the same age, led by transmission & drivetrain problems in the 2015.
What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric?
2016 has the fewest complaints compared with other B-Class Electric years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (25), engine & cooling (17) and electrical system (13). Transmission complaints peak in the 2015 model year.
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric had?
2 recalls across 2014–2016. The model year with the most is 2014.
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.