Mercedes-Benz A 220 Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz A 220 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical A 220 year: 2019, 2020. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 A 220: 47 complaints, 14 recalls
- 2020 A 220: 20 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2021 A 220: 9 complaints, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz A 220 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 19 | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Communication | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz A 220 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 A 220 | 3 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2021 A 220 | 9 | 4 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 A 220 | 20 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2019 A 220 | 47 | 14 | — | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz A 220 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2019 (47), 2020 (20) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical A 220 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz A 220?
Electrical System, with 23 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz A 220 have?
16 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.