Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Service & Repair Manual 2013–2020

Service and repair manuals for 8 model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLA250, 2013 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mercedes-Benz published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 29 recalls, 503 owner complaints and 374 technical service bulletins are logged for the CLA250. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your CLA250 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $40.991 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door · Sport Edition 1 Sedan 4-Door details →
2019 $40.991 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door details →
2018 $40.992 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door details →
2017 $40.998 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door details →
2016 $40.997 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door details →
2015 $40.996 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door · Sport Sedan 4-Door details →
2014 $40.994 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door · 4Matic Sedan 4-Door details →
2013 $40.99 2.0L I4 Base Sedan 4-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 CLA250 manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 54
  • Engine Performance 1,024
  • Accessories & Equipment 4,204
  • General Information 2,155
  • Body & Frame 1,277
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 236
  • Brakes 540
  • Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 62
  • Collision 348
  • Restraints 628
  • Drivelines & Axles 377
  • Steering 258
  • Electrical 2,097
  • Suspension 535
  • Engine Mechanical 1,311
  • Transmission 466
  • Common Specs & Procedures - 118

04 / Other yearsOther CLA250 years

2013 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2013 CLA250. 11 complaints · 42 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore CLA250 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the CLA250 manual

Which CLA250 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2013 to 2020 — 8 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mercedes-Benz CLA250 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mercedes-Benz published for the CLA250, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include CLA250 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every CLA250 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover CLA250 recalls?

29 recalls are on federal record across the 2013–2020 CLA250, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mercedes-Benz dealers.

Why do some CLA250 years cost more?

Every CLA250 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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