2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Problems & Complaints

Average16% fewer complaints than a typical year of the CLA250 at the same age

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the CLA250 at the same age. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (1 complaint).

6complaints
0recalls
2crashes
0fires
2injuries
0deaths

Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 problems

  • Other / not specified
    350%
  • Electrical system
    117%
  • Engine & cooling
    117%
  • Steering
    117%
  • Air bags
    117%

Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz CLA250 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz CLA250. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best CLA250 years: 2012, 2013, 2021. Years to avoid: 2014, 2016, 2015. Compare all years →

2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo7-speed dual-clutchFWD25 / 36 / 29

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 a good car?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 CLA250 rates average: 16% fewer complaints than a typical year of the CLA250 at the same age. 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?

The electrical system — 1 complaint, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (1) and steering (1).

How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz CLA250?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2013 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2014, 2016 and 2015. See the full Mercedes-Benz CLA250 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.