2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class
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Recall & Buyer Checklist
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class · 7 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
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| Done | NHTSA Campaign | OEM Recall | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ | 15V662000 | 2015100006 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| ☐ | 19V892000 | 2020060012 | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| ☐ | 17V627000 | Ask dealer | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| ☐ | 17V114000 | 2017080002 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| ☐ | 23V854000 | 21V-197 | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
| ☐ | 21V197000 | Ask dealer | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
| ☐ | 19V787000 | 2019120008 | COMMUNICATION |
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Known Safety Recalls
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
COMMUNICATION
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall risk grade for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class?
The 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 7 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class have?
The 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class has 7 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class?
The most severe recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class safe to drive?
This model year has 7 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #15V662000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles manufactured July 17, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly cause engine damage. Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 9, 2015. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100006.
What is the AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #19V892000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag. In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #17V627000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2013-2015 C350 4Matic Coupe, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, 2016-2017 C350e, C43 AMG, 2015 C400 4Matic, 2016-2018 C63 AMG, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, 2017-2018 C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC43 AMG Coupe, 2014 E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabriolet, E400 Hybrid, 2015-2017 E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, 2014-2017 E550 Coupe, E550 Cabriolet, B250e, 2014-2016 E250 BlueTec, E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon, 2012-2013 E350 BlueTec, 2012-2016 E350, E350 4Matic, 2015-2016 E400, E400 4Matic, 2012 E63 AMG, 2014-2015 E250 4Matic BlueTec, 2013-2016 E350 Wagon, 2017 GLC300d 4Matic, and 2018 GLC350e 4Matic. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #17V114000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 C300 4Matic, C300, CLA250, CLA250 4Matic and CLA45 AMG vehicles, 2017 C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C300 Coupe, E300, E300 4Matic, E400 4Matic Wagon, E43 AMG 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic and GLC300 4Matic Coupe vehicles and 2016 C350e and GLC300 vehicles and 2016-2017 C450 4Matic AMG Sport and GLC300 4Matic vehicles. In the event that the engine or transmission cannot turn over, the starting current limiter may overheat from the repeated attempts of the starter motor attempting to start the vehicle. If the starting current limiter overheats, the surrounding components can melt, increasing the risk of a fire. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017080002.
What is the STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS recall for the 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #23V854000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. 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, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle. A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.