2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A 220 has 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is other problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: 20v045 - no fix for this open recall since jan 2020. gets flagged on carfax.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

OTHER

13 complaints

22%

• 20V045 - NO FIX FOR THIS OPEN RECALL SINCE JAN 2020. GETS FLAGGED ON CARFAX
• There are no problems with the vehicle but this recall listed on the NHTSA is preventing me from listing my vehicle on Turo.
• Three open recalls for over a year with no remedy.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“20V045 - NO FIX FOR THIS OPEN RECALL SINCE JAN 2020. GETS FLAGGED ON CARFAX”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

10 complaints

17%

• TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A220. WHILE AT A FUEL STATION WITH THE ENGINE WAS POWERED OFF, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT CALLED MERCEDES-BENZ ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND A TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE TECHNICIAN REMOVED THE
• My A220 has numerous problems starting the airbag failure light comes on very often which I took in for a repair - Mercedes of downtown stated they fixed but it still has the airbag failure light appearing every now and again. The second issue that keeps happening is what I believe is a transmissio
• For about two years, I have been experiencing problems with my Mercedes Benz, and Mercedes Benz has done nothing to help. The jolting issues on my 2019 Mercedes Benz A220 4 matic have never been fixed. I am afraid to drive because I am a young woman, and I cannot afford to get a new car due to finan

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A220. WHILE AT A FUEL STATION WITH THE ENGINE WAS POWERED OFF, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT CALLED MERCEDES-BENZ ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND A TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE TECHNICIAN REMOVED THE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

8 complaints

13%

• The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle erroneously reduced speed to 12 MPH with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. T
• Engine misfiring. The cylinder needs to be replaced which causes the fuel-air mixture not to operate correctly. I see a recall for the issue for the 2019-2020 A class Mercedes but my VIN number does not appear to be associated. Please see the recall below: NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 21V961000 Report Date:
• Failed Cylinder head. Car diagnostic completed. The issue will cause the engine to stall in traffic and have acceleration issues.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle erroneously reduced speed to 12 MPH with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. T”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

6 complaints

10%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES A220. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING INDICATOR FAILED TO OPERATE. WHILE DRIVING 50 TO 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND THE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM CHANGING LANES. AN ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INDICA
• The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V046000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the recall was serviced; however, the recall remained under his VIN. The contact called the
• This vehicle has a open recall which has made me lose money due to not being able to trade it or even sell it.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES A220. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING INDICATOR FAILED TO OPERATE. WHILE DRIVING 50 TO 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND THE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM CHANGING LANES. AN ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INDICA”

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

6 complaints

10%

• Engine misfiring. The cylinder needs to be replaced which causes the fuel-air mixture not to operate correctly. I see a recall for the issue for the 2019-2020 A class Mercedes but my VIN number does not appear to be associated. Please see the recall below: NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 21V961000 Report Date:
• The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact stated that upon attempting to refuel the vehicle, the gas cap failed to open. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the fuel door intermediate lid was opened, and the contact returned to the gas station to refuel the vehicle; however, the
• The car shakes, vibrates and has rough idling. My engines stalls when it is at low rpm. I am afraid that if this is not fixed a fuel leak could occur in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, which could increase the risk of a fire

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Engine misfiring. The cylinder needs to be replaced which causes the fuel-air mixture not to operate correctly. I see a recall for the issue for the 2019-2020 A class Mercedes but my VIN number does not appear to be associated. Please see the recall below: NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 21V961000 Report Date:”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 60 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: 20V045 - NO FIX FOR THIS OPEN RECALL SINCE JAN 2020. GETS FLAGGED ON CARFAX
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A220. WHILE AT A FUEL STATION WITH THE ENGINE WAS POWERED OFF, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT CALLED MERCEDES-BENZ ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND A TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE TECHNICIAN REMOVED THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle erroneously reduced speed to 12 MPH with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES A220. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING INDICATOR FAILED TO OPERATE. WHILE DRIVING 50 TO 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND THE LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM CHANGING LANES. AN ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INDICA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Mercedes-Benz A 220 — Year Comparison

How does 2019 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2021

16Excellent Reliability

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 60
Recalls: 0
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 80

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