Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 complaints by model year
299 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 2018 | 49 | 2 | 1 | 12 |
| 2017 | 30 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 2016 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | 94 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 2014 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 recalls (28)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one GLA 250 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V481000 | Jul 24, 2026 | Rollaway Risk from Door Switch Failure | 2021–2025 | — |
| 26V134000 | Mar 6, 2026 | Incorrectly Installed Cable May Prevent Door from Opening | 2026 | 50% |
| 25V511000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Missing Aim Markings on Headlights/FMVSS 108 | 2024 | 81.6% |
| 23V854000 | Dec 15, 2023 | Roof Panel May Detach From Vehicle | 2015–2019 | 40.6% |
| 23V732000 | Nov 1, 2023 | Missing Brake Inspection Gauge/FMVSS 135 | 2021 | 70.6% |
| 23V662000 | Oct 2, 2023 | Incorrectly Adjusted Headlights/FMVSS 108 | 2022 | 90.6% |
| 22V365000 | May 20, 2022 | Disabled Emergency Call System | 2017–2021 | 90.6% |
| 22V232000 | Apr 8, 2022 | Inoperable Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111 | 2021 | 92.4% |
| 22V125000 | Mar 4, 2022 | Loose Rear Brake Caliper Housing Fasteners | 2021 | 100% |
| 21V961000 | Dec 13, 2021 | Fuel Leak Between Fuel Rail and Injectors | 2019, 2020 | 88.5% |
| 21V354000 | May 14, 2021 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2021 | 96.5% |
| 21V229000 | Apr 1, 2021 | Possible Loss of Steering Control | 2017, 2018 | 77.2% |
| 21V197000 | Mar 19, 2021 | Roof Panel May Detach From Vehicle | 2015–2020 | 63.5% |
| 21V102000 | Feb 22, 2021 | Front Passenger Air Bag Grounded Improperly | 2021 | 100% |
| 21V072000 | Feb 12, 2021 | Emergency Call (eCall) Function May be Disabled | 2017–2021 | 86.6% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 FAQ
How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 had?
NHTSA lists 28 recall campaigns that cover at least one Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 model year from 2014 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 8 model years with settled counts, the 2015 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (94) and the 2014 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 get?
EPA rates the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 at 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.