2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35 has 0 complaints and 214 recalls filed with NHTSA. Since owners have not submitted complaints, public data does not reflect any frequent issues with the vehicle.
Numerous recalls affect the vehicle, mainly targeting electronic components, backup camera visibility, and emergency communication systems. These recalls address software defects that impair rearview camera displays and disable emergency call functions.
Recalls- Rearview camera display. Recall 22V232000 affects 126,443 vehicles. A software error causes the rearview camera image to fail displaying, violating federal rear visibility standards. The risk involves reduced rear view increasing crash potential. Dealers will update the rearview camera software free of charge.
- Emergency call system failure. Recall 22V365000 covers 242,722 vehicles. A communication module SIM card software error disables the eCall emergency call system. This may delay emergency responders and increase injury risk. The fix is an over-the-air (OTA) or dealer software update at no cost.
- Multimedia system blackout. Recall 21V354000 includes 343,191 vehicles. Multimedia system software may cause a black screen or reboots, preventing proper rearview camera display and failing federal safety standards. Dealers perform a free software update or it is delivered OTA.
- Emergency vehicle location error. Recall 21V058000 affects 1,292,258 vehicles. Communication module software may send incorrect vehicle location during emergency calls, risking responders going to wrong locations and increasing injury potential. Free dealer or OTA software updates are provided.
Owners with repeated repair attempts for safety defects or unresolved recall repairs may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney for guidance is advisable in such cases.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35 Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
2004614
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35
242722 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35
126443 vehicles affected
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35
343191 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLA35
1292258 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.