Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric Problems by Year
NHTSA has 50 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric, across 3 model years (2014–2016). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (25). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No B-Class Electric model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 B-Class Electric: 25 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2014 B-Class Electric: 20 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2016 B-Class Electric: 5 complaints, 0 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 B-Class Electric problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 B-Class Electric | 5 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2015 B-Class Electric | 25 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2014 B-Class Electric | 20 | 2 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2015 (25), 2014 (20), 2016 (5). 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 B-Class Electric?
Power Train, with 25 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.