Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 19, 2026 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC, across 4 model years (2019–2022). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2019, with 1 complaints
2019: 1201912020: 0202002021: 1202112022: 120221

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No A 220 4MATIC model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2022 A 220 4MATIC: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  2. 2021 A 220 4MATIC: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  3. 2019 A 220 4MATIC: 1 complaint, 1 recall

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 4MATIC problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System220
Engine220
Fuel/propulsion System110
Power Train110

All Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2022 A 220 4MATIC11—Electrical System
2021 A 220 4MATIC11—Engine
2020 A 220 4MATIC01——
2019 A 220 4MATIC11—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (1), 2021 (1), 2019 (1). 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 4MATIC?

Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.