2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA: petrol or diesel?
Petrol, diesel and hybrid versions go wrong in different ways, so each has its own figures from the MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Pick the one you’re looking at: the fuel is on the logbook and in the car’s MOT history.
Hybrid versions had too few MOTs for figures of their own, or weren’t sold.
Known faults on every 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- All engines
Many recalls (25)
The CLA has had 25 recalls, including seatbelt anchors, airbags, driveshafts, brake servos and airbag seat sensors.
At the viewing: Ask a Mercedes dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.
Source: Auto Express: used Mercedes CLA (Mk1, 2013-2019) problems and recalls
- All engines
Fuel flap stuck shut
Faulty solenoids can stop the fuel filler flap opening.
At the viewing: Open the fuel flap.
Source: Auto Express: used Mercedes CLA (Mk1, 2013-2019) problems and recalls
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Other years
Every year of the Mercedes-Benz CLA compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2023 | 718 | Tyres 13% |
| 2022 | 11,836 | Tyres 28% |
| 2021 | 19,309 | Tyres 30% |
| 2020 | 22,369 | Tyres 31% |
| 2019 | 24,621 | Tyres 31% |
| 2018 | 24,892 | Tyres 33% |
| 2017 | 24,590 | Tyres 34% |
| 2016 | 22,940 | Tyres 33% |
| 2015 | 20,524 | Tyres 33% |
| 2013 | 6,330 | Tyres 34% |