Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric, the most recent reported on November 1, 2019 (Communication). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (14 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (10).

How many 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 25 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric recalls and problems

2 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric recalls

Communication

NHTSA campaign 19V787000 · reported November 1, 2019 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · 24,226 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
The risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 15V655000 · reported October 14, 2015 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. · 2,618 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
The risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train14
Fuel/propulsion system10
Engine7
Vehicle speed control6
Electrical system5
Steering2
Unknown or other2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 6, 2024 · Steering
MERCEDES DEALER NOTES : 07/19/2022 CLIENT STATES STEERING IS STIFF. STARTED ABOUT 1 TO 2 MONTHS AGO AND WOULD SHOW UP ONCE AND AWHILE. WHEN IT WOULD ACT UP WOULD NOT DRIVE IT AND IT WOULD LOCK THE STEERING . THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES, WITH ACCIDENT HAZARD. WE DID THE BELOW WORK. ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK FAULTY…

May 2, 2023 · Electrical system
The electric motor was leaking coolant and needs to be replaced. I have read countless accounts that this is a known issue with this car.

Jan 26, 2023 · Power train
Occasionally the car will lurch forward when coming to a stop. As you come to a stop it tries to propel the car forward as you are breaking and coming to a stop. Happens rarely but when it does it's a big safety concern.

Jan 7, 2023 · Engine
Failure of seals and or bearings in the electric motor causing coolant to leak into the electric motor, creating an internal electrical fault, seizing electric motor.

Aug 28, 2022 · Power train
Vehicle stopped suddenly and would not restart. Needs a new $17k drive unit and is out of warranty. Drive unit failed due to faulty design where coolant contaminated the electric motor. Vehicle only has 40k miles. The drive unit was built by Tesla for Mercedes. Tesla also built the same unit for Toyota for the…

B-Class Electric model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2014	2	20
2015	2	25
2016	0	5

Across all years, the 2015 B-Class Electric has the most complaints (25). All Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric, the most recent reported on November 1, 2019 (Communication). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric?: Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (14 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (10).
How many 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 25 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 6, 2024.