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2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

0/100

#4 most-complained of 4 A 220 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 has 3 complaints, 2 recalls, and a complaint index of 0, ranking it best (4th of 4) among model years with data. It compares favorably to 2019 (index 100, Avoid) and 2020 (index 67, Caution).

Complaints
3
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
28
24.5 city / 35 hwy

Top 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine2 (67%)
  2. Other2 (67%)
  3. Electrical System1 (33%)
  4. Fuel System1 (33%)
  5. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (33%)

What owners report

  • Engine catches fire beneath the vehicle, preceded by a popping noise and white smoke on the freeway.
  • Engine pistons prematurely fail, sometimes requiring replacement of all four pistons.
  • Engine stalls, sputters, and shakes excessively before losing power or dying while driving.
2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 complaints: complaints filed per month3Feb 2024Sep 2024Jul 2026
7 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2024 to Jul 2026; peak Feb 2024 (3).

2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V481000Jul 24, 2026Structure & Body310,667 vehicles

    Latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock

    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. 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.

  2. NHTSA 23V662000Oct 2, 2023Electrical System32 vehicles

    Exterior lighting:headlights

    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."

    Risk: 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.

2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
24.5 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
Combined
28 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,850
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other A 220 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002019202020212022
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Caution67201028
2021Good339428.5
2022No verdict03228

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 A 220 has 3 complaints and a complaint index of 0, the lowest among the 4 model years with data, ranking it best of the group.
What problems does the 2022 A 220 have?
The top problem area is the Engine, with 2 of 3 complaints (67% share), including one fire report. There is also 1 complaint each for Electrical System, Fuel System, and Suspension, Wheels & Tires.
Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for headlights that may be incorrectly adjusted (campaign 23V662000) and one covering the driver's door lock on multiple Mercedes-Benz models (campaign 26V481000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2022 A 220 compare to other years?
The 2022 model ranks 4th (best) of 4 model years with data, with a complaint index of 0 versus 100 for 2019, 67 for 2020, and 33 for 2021.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.