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Mercedes-Benz Classe B I (T245) recalls: manufacturer campaigns

2 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns: 2
of 4 versions affected: 4
official RappelConso notices: 2

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

Version	Recalls
160Petrol · 95 hp 180 CDIDiesel · 110 hp 200 CDIDiesel · 140 hp 200 Turbo CVTPetrol · 195 hp	Réservoir : rappel de fin 2010 Essuie-glace : rappel de 2007

Each campaign in detail

Réservoir : rappel de fin 2010
Manufacturer recall
Fiches-auto indique un rappel fin 2010 concernant le réservoir (purge) de la Classe B, qui a aussi touché la Classe A de même génération ; il peut falloir remplacer le réservoir.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
160, 180 CDI, 200 CDI, 200 Turbo CVT
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité Mercedes Classe B (2005-2012) (348 témoignages) — Fiches-auto (new tab)
Essuie-glace : rappel de 2007
Manufacturer recall
Fiches-auto indique un rappel début 2007 concernant la connectique du moteur d'essuie-glace.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
160, 180 CDI, 200 CDI, 200 Turbo CVT
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité Mercedes Classe B (2005-2012) (348 témoignages) — Fiches-auto (new tab)

Official notices published in France (RappelConso)

Notices from the French consumer authority (DGCCRF) linked to this model, collected on 29 October 2026.

29 October 2021 — Le tuyau d’alimentation en huile du turbocompresseur peut fuir. Par conséquent, l’huile moteur pourrait s’écouler sur le panneau sous-corps et de là sur la route, ce qui représente un risque pour la circulation suivante. De plus, l’huile moteur qui fuit peut entrer en contact avec des composants chauds dans le compartiment moteur, ce qui augmente le risque d’incendie.
Models or references
A-class, b-class, cla, gla, glb véhicules équipés d’un moteur à essence m282 4 cylindres, série de modèles: classe a (br 177), classe b/gla/glb (br 247) et cla (br 118).
Risk
Incendie
Official notice (new tab)
18 June 2021 — En raison d’un défaut du système d’appel d’urgence, une chute temporaire des niveaux de tension embarqués résultant d’un accident pourrait entraîner l’emplacement du véhicule communiqué lorsqu’un appel d’urgence ne correspond pas à l’emplacement réel du véhicule. Cela pourrait retarder l’arrivée des véhicules d’urgence, ce qui pourrait augmenter les effets de l’accident.
Models or references
Various models modèles: classe cla, classe gla, classe m-/gle-/gl-/gls, classe gle/gls, classe slk-/slc, classe a, amg gt, classe c, classe e, classe e, classe e, coupe/convertible de classe s, classe cls, classe s, classe sl, classe sl, classe b-/gla-/glb, classe glc, coupe 4 portes amg gt, coupe classe gle, classe eqc, classe glc, classe glc
Risk
Blessures
Official notice (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Check vehicle recalls (DVSA) (new tab) : for a car registered in the UK, by make, model and VIN.
RappelConso (new tab) : the official French recall website (DGCCRF): search for the make and model.
Safety Gate (new tab) : European alerts on dangerous products, vehicles included.

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

Model	Recalls	Known faults	Reliability
Mercedes-Benz Classe B II (W246)	5	4	3.5/5
Volkswagen Touran I	1	6	3.0/5
Renault Scénic II	0	7	2.0/5
Opel Zafira B	1	4	3.5/5
Ford Focus II	0	6	2.5/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz Classe B I (T245) had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Mercedes-Benz Classe B I (T245): Réservoir : rappel de fin 2010 ; Essuie-glace : rappel de 2007.

Which versions of the Mercedes-Benz Classe B I (T245) are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Mercedes-Benz Classe B I (T245)?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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