NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Safety Record
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 43 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class carries no federal crash-test ratings from NHTSA. This model has not been evaluated, and consequently, no Safety Index score can be computed. The recall and complaint record, however, presents a clean picture: zero open recalls are on file, and only 43 unverified owner complaints have been registered. These complaints report no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While this context is meaningful, it does not supersede the absence of formal crash-test data.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls on file, and falls in the Clean recall-and-complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 43 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class demonstrates a notably light burden on the federal record, reporting zero recalls. This places its combined recall and complaint load among the lower-pressure profiles in the NHTSA dataset for vehicles of its age. The 43 owner complaints, while spread across multiple components, show a concentration within the Electrical System and Engine categories, which together account for 18 reports. Air Bags drew 5 complaints, which warrants further inspection of the NHTSA database for specific details. Importantly, none of the 43 complaints registered against the A-Class are coded to a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. The absence of tested sibling years means there are no adjacent federal crash-test results to provide further context for this model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class have any recalls?
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no recall campaigns of any kind, so no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories apply based on recall data. Shoppers should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as records can be updated.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?
NHTSA has logged 43 unverified owner complaints against the 2019 A-Class. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown Or Other components at 13 reports, the Electrical System at 10, the Engine at 8, Air Bags at 5, and the Fuel and Propulsion System at 4. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
43 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?
For the 2019 A-Class, one significant recall campaign involves a potential fire hazard. The recall addresses an electrical component that may overheat. Owners should consult the NHTSA website with their vehicle's VIN to verify the status of this and any other open recalls.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2019 A-Class, placing it in the Clean burden band, though shoppers should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov for the most current status.
- Forty-three unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with the Electrical System and Engine being the most frequently cited components, followed by Air Bags with five reports.
- None of the 43 complaints logged against the 2019 A-Class are coded to a crash, fire, injury, or death, which is a notable characteristic of this year's complaint record.
FAQ2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class safety questions
Was the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 43 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 43 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.