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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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WDDSJ4GB1GN••••••2016 Mercedes-benz CLA250
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2016 Mercedes-benz CLA250 build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
61on the model
24builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 2Electrical System 1Engine 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructureMay 2025
Hi there - I know my vin number doesn't recall the front stationary roof panel replacement but this came to my attention as I saw that the panel has faded the top coating and the edges have some very thin cracks I will say. I was not aware of such a thing but googling the issue…
Electrical SystemFeb 2025
Check engine light with error code P052E. From my research, this is a very common issue with this engine and one that either has been recalled or is planning to be recalled. According to some online forums for Mercedes Benz, Mercedes is being sued over this problem and has…
Unknown Or OtherJan 2023
P052E: Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance. It is available for inspection upon request. It was a problem that was confirmed by two independent service centers. It first appeared at around 30k miles, then the engine light disappeared. At around 40k, it…
Air BagsMay 2018
"takata recall" why do it take so long to fix this problem. Also I see where mercedes is covering themselves by sending a letter to warn you, so you can't bring up no charges. Why don't you don't offer loner cars until this problem is fix. You shouldn't have anyone driving these…
Air BagsOct 2017
Hello, I am writing to file a complaint that I was not contacted or informed by mercedes benz or my dealer in boston (mercedes benz of boston, herb chambers) that my vehicle (VIN) was affected by the recent recall regarding the issue with the electrostatic discharge…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WDDSJ4GB1GN300492 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.