repaired · 2026 Q3
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NewRisk. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-732 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 31, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220 has problems
21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
8Engine
4Fuel/propulsion system
4Back over prevention
4Power train
2Steering
2Suspension
1Air bags
1Communication
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Communication | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Other: owners/service/other manual
Risk. Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Communication: auto crash notification
Risk. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency…
repaired · 2024 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2024 Q2
Steering
Risk. Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
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.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Communication: auto crash notification
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.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's front airbag, the airbag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other A 220 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A 220 median. How we score
'19'20'21'22
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What A 220 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
August 2024 the dealership had my vehicle for over a month for major engine repairs after the motor mount snapped on the freeway and since then I only drove 3661 miles and I’m now convinced that they miss diagnosed and missed something It never drove the same after so on June 24th I was driving…
August 2024 Engine mount broke and almost crashed my car the dealership did this: Rear engine support replace Remove/install complete wheel Engine compartment paneling, bottom Centre remove/install The torque struts were replaced N torque strut fasteners It had 38,195 miles I had engine trouble…
I was driving and I got coolant error on my dashboard. It came and then off. I pulled over and nothing seemed wrong with my engine. I restarted and headed home. The error was still on but the car was driving fine. I was trying to make it home. The car suddenly had all sorts of errors. It told me…
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