2015–2017 · 3 model years · 7 recalls

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive problems by year

We don't rate the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2015 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (46). Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Transmission & drivetrain24
Engine & cooling23
Electrical system15
Driver-assist & stability6
Airbags & seat belts3
Wheels & tires2

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2017.

Every Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2017 B-Class Electric DriveNot rated yet39384
2016 B-Class Electric DriveNot rated yet15284
2015 B-Class Electric DriveNot rated yet46284

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

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

Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, engine & cooling, electrical system.

Which Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive year has the most recalls?

The 2017, with 3 recalls on record with NHTSA.