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2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other A 220 years?

A 220 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted60 complaints2019: 60 complaints2020: 37 complaints2021: 16 complaints2022: 4 complaints
A 220 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System125%
Engine125%
Other125%
Suspension125%

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V662000LightingOctober 2, 2023 · 32 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 A220, GLA250, and AMG GLA35 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100005.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“engines containing pistons that prematurely fail, forcing full-engine replaced all 4 pistons replaced . Car would die/ shut down, sputter , rock shake excessively and want to not go, 22307 WRO 103114. DIAG 15.5, LI01.30-P-072328,, C&D BATTERY CHARGER. PERFORMED SHORT TEST. FOUND CODE P219F78. R&R…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 3, 2022

“engines containing pistons that prematurely fail, forcing full-engine replaced all 4 pistons replaced . Car would die/ shut down, sputter , rock shake excessively and want to not go, 22307 WRO 103114. DIAG 15.5, LI01.30-P-072328,, C&D BATTERY CHARGER. PERFORMED SHORT TEST. FOUND CODE P219F78. R&R…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 3, 2022

“engines containing pistons that prematurely fail, forcing full-engine replaced all 4 pistons replaced . Car would die/ shut down, sputter , rock shake excessively and want to not go, 22307 WRO 103114. DIAG 15.5, LI01.30-P-072328,, C&D BATTERY CHARGER. PERFORMED SHORT TEST. FOUND CODE P219F78. R&R…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 3, 2022

2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 — common questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz A 220 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the A 220 years to avoid are 2019. The cleanest record among A 220 years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.