2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 Tire Recall (23V232)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 3 vehicles · Reported March 31, 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling 3 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 vehicles. The tires may leak air. A sudden loss of air pressure from a tire may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V232 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V232000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 2023040004 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 31, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Component | Tires |
| Safety risk | A sudden loss of air pressure from a tire may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 in recall 23V232?
The tires may leak air.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 AMG CLA 45 vehicles. The tires may leak air.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 AMG CLA45 with recall 23V232?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A sudden loss of air pressure from a tire may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A sudden loss of air pressure from a tire may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the tires.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V232?
Recall 23V232 covers 3 vehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45.
NHTSA lists 3 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mercedes-Benz | AMG CLA45 |
What is the fix for the AMG CLA45 tire recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040004.
When was recall 23V232 announced?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported recall 23V232 to NHTSA on March 31, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 28, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2023 | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V232000. |
| April 28, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 42 months ago. If your AMG CLA45 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my AMG CLA45 is part of recall 23V232?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V232 is open on your AMG CLA45, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V232000 is open on your AMG CLA45, it will be listed there, along with Mercedes-Benz recall number 2023040004. You can also ask any Mercedes-Benz dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should AMG CLA45 owners do about recall 23V232?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V232000 applies to your AMG CLA45.
- Call a Mercedes-Benz dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the tires happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are AMG CLA45 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 23V232 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database does not list owner complaints for these vehicles yet. That is common for new models and for recalls a manufacturer finds through its own testing.
Can recall 23V232 make my AMG CLA45 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this tires recall means their AMG CLA45 qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Suspension, wheel and tire defects can affect handling and control. Clunks, pulling and vibration that return after a repair point to a defect that has not been fixed.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V232
Is the 23V232000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed April 28, 2023.
How do I know if my AMG CLA45 is part of recall 23V232000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V232000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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