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2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 10
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 21
Latest campaign: Jul 24, 2026

Recall summary by component10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Electrical system	2	May 20, 2022	22V365000 21V058000
Back over prevention	2	Apr 8, 2022	22V232000 21V354000
Latches/locks/linkages	1	Jul 24, 2026	26V481000
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	Nov 1, 2023	23V732000
Suspension	1	Dec 17, 2021	21V990000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Dec 13, 2021	21V961000
Exterior lighting	1	Jul 2, 2021	21V509000
Air bags	1	Sep 27, 2019	19V685000

Safety recalls10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

3Fixable over the air

Jul 24, 2026Latest campaign


Jul 24, 202626V481000	Latches/locks/linkages: doors lock A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V481000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway. Risk A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026. Filed under A 220, A 220 4matic, Amg A35 Campaign NHTSA 26V481000 · Jul 24, 2026
Nov 1, 202323V732000	Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components disc Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V732000 What's wrong 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 Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy 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. Filed under A220, Amg A35 Campaign NHTSA 23V732000 · Nov 1, 2023
May 20, 202222V365000	Electrical system: software A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders… Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V365000 What's wrong 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. Remedy The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006. Filed under A 220, Amg A35 Campaign NHTSA 22V365000 · May 20, 2022
Apr 8, 202222V232000	Back over prevention: display function An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V232000 What's wrong 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. Remedy Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007. Filed under A 220, Amg A35 Campaign NHTSA 22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
Dec 17, 202121V990000	Suspension: front Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V990000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail. Risk Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070009. Filed under A220 Campaign NHTSA 21V990000 · Dec 17, 2021
Dec 13, 202121V961000	Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel rail A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V961000 What's wrong Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak. Risk A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003. Filed under A 220, Amg A35 Campaign NHTSA 21V961000 · Dec 13, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: A 220, A 220 4matic, Amg A35, A220. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component21

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

21Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	9	43	1	1	0
Engine	8	38	0	0	0
Power train	4	19	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	4	19	0	0	0
Back over prevention	4	19	0	0	0
Unknown or other	4	19	0	1	0
Suspension	2	10	0	0	0
Steering	2	10	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	1	5	0	0	0
Air bags	1	5	1	0	1
Structure	1	5	1	0	1
Communication	1	5	0	0	0

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Power train
“While stopped at a red light, my 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 unexpectedly shut off and shifted into Neutral without warning.”
Filed 07/27/2026 · ODI 11753098
Engine
“The car shakes above 60mph”
Filed 06/13/2026 · ODI 11743938
Engine
“While driving at highway speed, I experienced a sudden loss of engine power with no warning. This created an immediate safety hazard for myself and other drivers.”
Filed 06/06/2026 · ODI 11742453

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2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class have?

NHTSA lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The most recent, 26V481000 (reported July 24, 2026), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 2 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (2), latches/locks/linkages (1), service brakes, hydraulic (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 21 filed with NHTSA (43%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Recall summary by component10

Safety recalls10

Latches/locks/linkages: doors lock

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components disc

Electrical system: software

Back over prevention: display function

Suspension: front

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system fuel rail