Used Car Checklists

2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: What to check before buying

Only 2 owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this car, so this sheet is short. Problems reported on other A-Class years with the same design are listed below the checklist.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class2022
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
1
Crashes reported
0
1 injury
Reliability
Good
65/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Run the VIN before you go

A history report shows accidents, title brands, odometer readings, and open recalls for this 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Ask the seller for the VIN; it is also on the dash at the base of the windshield.

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

0/5 checked

1

Paperwork and questions

Before you go, or before you touch the car0/1

2

Walk-around and cabin

Engine off, key in hand0/3

3

Test drive

At least 20 minutes, with some highway0/1

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Reported on other A-Class years with the same design

Few owners have reported problems with this year yet. These years share the 2022's design and most of its parts, so their problems are the ones to look for on this car too.

2021 A-Class

11 owner complaints
  • Electrical 4
  • Transmission 2

Worth adding to your 2022 checks

  • Shift into reverse several times and confirm the rearview camera image appears every time.
  • Run the VIN for open recalls and ask a dealer whether the repair part or update is available now.
  • Get service records and look for software updates or visits for stalling or loss of acceleration.
Open the 2021 checklist

2020 A-Class

18 owner complaints
  • Electrical 6
  • Transmission 3
  • Engine 2

Worth adding to your 2022 checks

  • Run the VIN through federal recall records and get dealer proof that every open recall repair is done.
  • Shift into reverse several times and confirm the rear camera image appears and stays on.
  • Have a shop scan for stored transmission, coolant, and engine fault codes before you buy.
Open the 2020 checklist

2019 A-Class

42 owner complaints
  • Electrical 10
  • Engine 5
  • Fuel system 5

Worth adding to your 2022 checks

  • Start the car and confirm both the instrument cluster and center screen light up and stay on.
  • Shift into reverse and confirm the rear camera image is not mirrored left to right.
  • Run the VIN through federal recall records and ask the dealer whether parts are available for any open recall.
Open the 2019 checklist

Where the 2022 fits in the A-Class's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2022 is the fourth model year of the A-Class's fourth generation (2019–2023).

Recalls to confirm (1)

Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.

  1. 23V662000Exterior lightsOct 2023

    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.

    Fix: 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.

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