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2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class · 2 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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23V732000
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
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21V989000
2021120016
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. The vehicles may not be equipped with an inspection gauge to check the wear of the rear brake pads. In addition, information for using this inspection gauge might not be included in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk if Unfixed
Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will install an inspection gauge and provide supplemental owner's manual information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 CLA250 vehicle. The power supply connection to the electric power steering may have been contaminated with melted adhesive, which can cause the power steering assist to fail while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
A sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A dealer will inspect and repair the power supply connection, as necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed January 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021120016.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class?
The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 2 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class have?
The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class has 2 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class?
The most severe recall for the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class safe to drive?
This model year has 2 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 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS recall for the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #23V732000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. The vehicles may not be equipped with an inspection gauge to check the wear of the rear brake pads. In addition, information for using this inspection gauge might not be included in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems." Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will install an inspection gauge and provide supplemental owner's manual information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
What is the STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM recall for the 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-Class? (Campaign #21V989000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 CLA250 vehicle. The power supply connection to the electric power steering may have been contaminated with melted adhesive, which can cause the power steering assist to fail while driving. A sudden loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. A dealer will inspect and repair the power supply connection, as necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed January 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021120016.
