2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).

6Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 recalls

Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk

Recall 23V854Dec 15, 20232,976 vehicles affected

The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.

Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard

Recall 21V197Mar 19, 202115,096 vehicles affected

The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a previous repair.

Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location

Recall 19V787Nov 1, 201924,226 vehicles affected

A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.

Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk

Recall 17V627Oct 6, 2017495,290 vehicles affected

The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.

Starter Can Overheat and Melt, Creating a Fire Risk

Recall 17V114Feb 23, 2017307,629 vehicles affected

A starter current limiter can overheat if the engine or transmission fails to turn over and the starter motor repeatedly tries to start the vehicle.

Engine Power May Cut Out Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 16V335May 23, 20161 vehicles affected

A weld between the dual clutch disk and hub in the transmission may crack.

Most common 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering1

What owners report

2020-01-08, Steering
MERCEDES SENT SEVERAL LETTERS STATING RECALL 2019080011 AFFECTS THIS VEHICLE AND DIRECTING ME TO THE LOCAL DEALER TO HAVE THE STEERING RACK REPLACED. LOCAL DEALER WILL NOT PERFORM REPAIR. RECALL DOES NOT SHOW UP ON MERCEDES RECALL DATABASE. CUSTOMER CARE HAS NOT RESOLVED ISSUE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS - YET RECALL LETTERS FROM MERCEDES KEEP COMING. LETTERS REFERENCE NHTSA RECALL #18V850

2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 questions

Does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45: Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Starter Can Overheat and Melt, Creating a Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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