2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250

11 recalls, 46 complaints

23V854000 Dec 15, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to t... Read more
Consequence
A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of N... Read more
2,976 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V365000 May 20, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model de... Read more
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Ow... Read more
242,722 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
21V961000 Dec 13, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.
139 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
21V197000 Mar 19, 2021
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 C... Read more
Consequence
The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contac... Read more
15,096 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
21V072000 Feb 12, 2021
COMMUNICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 C300, E300, 2018-2020 CLA250, 2020 CLS450, AMG E53, AMG GT53, GLE450, 2018 AMG E63, AMG GTA, 2017-2020 GLA250, GLC300, 2019 GLC350, AMG GLC43, 2017-2018 GLE350, 2019 AMG GLC 43, GLC350, GLE400, 2017 GLS450, S550, C300 Cabrio, and 2018-201... Read more
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the communication module and activate it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Letters for the owners of the 9 additional vehicles were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. M... Read more
67 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
21V058000 Feb 5, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle mod... Read more
Consequence
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
1,292,258 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
21V033000 Jan 29, 2021
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLA 250 vehicles. The power supply for the automatic transmission control unit might be interrupted while driving, possibly causing the transmission to shift into neutral.
Consequence
If the transmission shifts into neutral while driving, there would be loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission control unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020038.
4 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
20V672000 Oct 30, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLA250 vehicles. The engine compartment fusebox may come loose over time, potentially damaging fuses and disrupting certain vehicle functions such as engine, power steering assist, electronic stability control (ESP), and Active Brake Assist.
Consequence
A loss of engine operation, power steering assist, ESP system, or Active Brake Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fusebox mounting and correct it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110007.
47 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
19V585000 Aug 12, 2019
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GLA250 and GLA250 4MATIC vehicles. The left anchor plate of the rear middle seatbelt may be loose.
Consequence
The seatbelt for a passenger seated in the rear middle seating position might not be properly secured, which could increase the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left anchor plate of the rear middle seatbelt, correcting its installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 13, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 20190... Read more
3,435 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
19V132000 Feb 26, 2019
SEATS
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GLA-250 and GLA250 4MATIC vehicles. An incorrect rear seat back covering carpet could have been installed on the split-rear seat back. As a result, the child seat anchorage point (top tether) on the center positon of the rear seat ma... Read more
Consequence
If the upper anchorage point is covered, the child seat will not be able to be secured as intended in the center position of the rear seat, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear seat back covering carpet on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz's customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2... Read more
8 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
18V912000 Dec 19, 2018
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GLA250 and GLA250 4MATIC vehicles. The sunroof bonding may allow water to leak into the vehicle.
Consequence
Water leaking into the vehicle from around the sunroof may affect the electrical contacts of the window air bag, potentially causing the window air bag to not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding of the panorama sliding sunroof and the electrical contacts of the window air bag on the affected vehicles, replacing the components as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes custome... Read more
13 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

46 total complaints 8 crashes 4 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STEERING5
SERVICE BRAKES4
POWER TRAIN4
ENGINE4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
AIR BAGS3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
WHEELS2
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT1
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 12, 2026
Component/System: Brake system – specifically brake pedal assembly / braking performance. Description: The vehicle experienced recurring issues with braking performance, including inconsistent or reduced deceleration during braking. Availability for inspection: The vehicle is currently in my pos... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 12, 2026
Was opening the moon rooftop And I noticed smoke started coming from the middle of the radio / navigation system, all through vents smoke coming out something was burning I shut the vehicle, and waited about 10 minutes till it went away Don't know why this happened, but I'm curious that the recal... Read more
ENGINE Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 12, 2026
Was opening the moon rooftop And I noticed smoke started coming from the middle of the radio / navigation system, all through vents smoke coming out something was burning I shut the vehicle, and waited about 10 minutes till it went away Don't know why this happened, but I'm curious that the recal... Read more
STRUCTURE Jan 2, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000(Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that while driv... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Dec 29, 2025
Incident date: Oct 6, 2025
The contact rented a 2016 U-Haul E450. The contact stated that while in the parking lot and placing the vehicle in drive, the contact tapped on the accelerator pedal, then when the brakes were applied and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact removed her foot from the brake, and it continued... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Aug 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the r... Read more
STEERING Oct 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed without warning. Due to the failure, the contact used excessive force to drive the vehicle back to the residence. Upon investigation, the contact discovered N... Read more
STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact called AAA and was informed that the battery was being drained by an unknown electrical fault. The vehicle was taken to the loca... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact called AAA and was informed that the battery was being drained by an unknown electrical fault. The vehicle was taken to the loca... Read more
STEERING Sep 8, 2025
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKING ASSIST REDUCED. My spouse was driving our 2023 MDX approximately 45mph when she ran over a recessed manhole cover which created a bump. The MDX lossed power steering and brake performance reduced. The vehicle was very difficult to turn at that point. The car began ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 8, 2025
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKING ASSIST REDUCED. My spouse was driving our 2023 MDX approximately 45mph when she ran over a recessed manhole cover which created a bump. The MDX lossed power steering and brake performance reduced. The vehicle was very difficult to turn at that point. The car began ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jul 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid. The contact stated that during cold starts, there was an abnormally loud squeaking sound while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the contact was offered limited assistance. The ve... Read more
ENGINE Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jul 22, 2025
I own a 2017 Ford Escape with approximately 102,000 miles. I am the original and only owner and have had regular maintenance done on my vehicle the entire time I've owned it. After a recent 9-hour road trip, I experienced sudden engine failure with no prior warning signs. My local dealership has dia... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 28, 2025
Incident date: Jul 22, 2025
While driving to Sam’s Club (approximately 20 miles from home), my 2018 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost began running very rough, and the check engine light came on. I had the vehicle scanned, and diagnostics confirmed that the cam phasers are failing — the exact issue I had replaced under warranty at ... Read more
AIR BAGS May 5, 2025
Incident date: Dec 6, 2024
The Clock Spring has been identified as being bad, (nothing in the steering wheel works). I have owned it for 5 years and it hasn't worked for at least 3-4 of those years. I don't know if it has been replaced... However, for something that is a safety concern, such as the airbags, I would think that... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 22, 2025
Incident date: Mar 1, 2025
Oil consumption causing hesitation and near-stalling. Hard shifting as well. These issues led to dangerous situations where I was afraid to drive the vehicle and feared for my family's safety. Also had a failed A/C compressor which i had to replace out of pocket. These things shouldn't be happening ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Dec 5, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated an abnormal sound was coming from the engine with an... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 8, 2024
Incident date: Jul 15, 2024
8AT transmission failure. Toyota is telling me that it will take 7 months to obtain a replacement transmission.
STEERING Jun 20, 2024
Incident date: Jun 20, 2024
When braking, the service trailer brake system message and service stabilitrac message appear on the dash and brake pedal gets soft to hard repeatedly and truck pulls from side to side violently as if one side of the trucks brakes are working and the other side is not.
TIRES:TREAD/BELT Mar 14, 2024
Incident date: Mar 14, 2024
Spare tire. ST205/75R14. Performing a walk around inspection of my camper and noticed a large Bulge under the tire cover on my spare tire. Removed tire cover and photographed the strange occurrence. This tire has been covered and unused since purchased with new camper.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Mar 6, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
While backing out of a parking spot, the screen with the rearview camera froze. I was not aware the screen had frozen and continued to back up believing I was seeing what was behind me. Fortunately, there was no accident. The screen remained frozen until I stopped the vehicle and cycled the engine.
ENGINE Feb 1, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2023
Manufacturer and dealership in my area have been unable to schedule me for getting Safety Recall for High Voltage Battery Management Control Module Software (97ZZ) done to my vehicle. I have been in the waitlist for dealership to do this recall since May 2023. Several times the dealership has said t... Read more
Tether, Lower Anchor (on car seat or vehicle) Jan 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 18, 2023
The car seat base was not secure to the seat after installing. We installed the car seat rear facing to bring home our expecting newborn and noticed how much the base moved around not only side to side but up and down. I did reach out to the company Maxi Cosi and they stated that the movement was pe... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 9, 2023
Incident date: Oct 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the transmission was shifting hard, and the vehicle made an abnormal clunking sound while shifting between 1st and 2nd gear. The contact drove to the residence and parked the vehicle. The contact then shifted into... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Nov 9, 2023
Incident date: Oct 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS Oct 17, 2023
Incident date: Oct 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate as needed with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel injectors were faulty and needed to be repl... Read more
WHEELS Mar 29, 2023
Incident date: Mar 27, 2023
This concern is not related to the VIN number listed. I Have concerns with Aftermarket wheels in general. as the service manager of a shop I am seeing aftermarket wheels that are cracking under normal use due to poor metal quality and design. I have seen dual bolt pattern wheels that crack at the l... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 6, 2022
AT 48000 MILES (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor MALFUNCTION CAUSE AIR VALVE TO BLOWN OUT FROM FROM TIRE AT 65 MILE/HR ON BUSY INTERSTATE WHICH CAUSE VEHICLE TO VEER INTO BUSY TRAFFIC BARELY AVOIDING ACCIDENT MERCEDES NEEDS TO INVESIGATE WHY TMPS FAIL AT 65MI/HRS AND WHILE AIR VALUE BLEW OU... Read more
STEERING Oct 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 6, 2022
AT 48000 MILES (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor MALFUNCTION CAUSE AIR VALVE TO BLOWN OUT FROM FROM TIRE AT 65 MILE/HR ON BUSY INTERSTATE WHICH CAUSE VEHICLE TO VEER INTO BUSY TRAFFIC BARELY AVOIDING ACCIDENT MERCEDES NEEDS TO INVESIGATE WHY TMPS FAIL AT 65MI/HRS AND WHILE AIR VALUE BLEW OU... Read more
WHEELS Oct 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 6, 2022
AT 48000 MILES (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor MALFUNCTION CAUSE AIR VALVE TO BLOWN OUT FROM FROM TIRE AT 65 MILE/HR ON BUSY INTERSTATE WHICH CAUSE VEHICLE TO VEER INTO BUSY TRAFFIC BARELY AVOIDING ACCIDENT MERCEDES NEEDS TO INVESIGATE WHY TMPS FAIL AT 65MI/HRS AND WHILE AIR VALUE BLEW OU... Read more
SUSPENSION Jul 27, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
I was involved in an auto accident on 3/1/22 I no longer have confidence or feel safe driving the 2019 Mercedes GLA250 after having a minor" accident and repairs totaling $15,008.53. The steering wheel locked and the left tire was knocked out of place. According to Mercedes, repairs were required t... Read more
Crash
STEERING Jul 27, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
I was involved in an auto accident on 3/1/22 I no longer have confidence or feel safe driving the 2019 Mercedes GLA250 after having a minor" accident and repairs totaling $15,008.53. The steering wheel locked and the left tire was knocked out of place. According to Mercedes, repairs were required t... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 27, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
I was involved in an auto accident on 3/1/22 I no longer have confidence or feel safe driving the 2019 Mercedes GLA250 after having a minor" accident and repairs totaling $15,008.53. The steering wheel locked and the left tire was knocked out of place. According to Mercedes, repairs were required t... Read more
Crash
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jul 26, 2022
Incident date: Jun 9, 2022
The active brake assist front radar sensor is defective. Mercedes Benz USA has failed to provide the part for repair even through the vehicle is only a few years old. They claim the parts on back order until April 2024, which is totally unacceptable. Several Mercedes Benz dealerships in the Unite... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 26, 2022
Incident date: Jun 25, 2022
I bought this car at end of June, dealership never disclosed information that car had an active recall… I looked it up on NHTSA and sure enough I need a SIM card for emergency service, the site says it will be done over the air wave , I brought it to the Delray Beach Fla dealership who told me the... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Jul 26, 2022
Incident date: Jun 25, 2022
I bought this car at end of June, dealership never disclosed information that car had an active recall… I looked it up on NHTSA and sure enough I need a SIM card for emergency service, the site says it will be done over the air wave , I brought it to the Delray Beach Fla dealership who told me the... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Jul 26, 2022
Incident date: Jun 9, 2022
The active brake assist front radar sensor is defective. Mercedes Benz USA has failed to provide the part for repair even through the vehicle is only a few years old. They claim the parts on back order until April 2024, which is totally unacceptable. Several Mercedes Benz dealerships in the Unite... Read more
AIR BAGS May 28, 2022
Incident date: Dec 4, 2021
On December 4th 2021, while driving my airbags deployed without warning or notice. On a normal day at this time I would be traveling on the highway. The impact of the airport was so intense it stunned me and I thought another vehicle made impact. The chemicals of the airbag got al over my clothes, s... Read more
1 injured
POWER TRAIN Jan 20, 2022
Incident date: Jan 13, 2022
While driving at various speeds, my car suddenly and without warning goes into neutral. I have to them switch it into drive. It happens several times during a drive and at varying times and varying speeds.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 20, 2022
Incident date: Jan 13, 2022
While driving at various speeds, my car suddenly and without warning goes into neutral. I have to them switch it into drive. It happens several times during a drive and at varying times and varying speeds.
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 17, 2021
Incident date: Aug 17, 2021
The vehicle with only 29,775 miles on it, and I bought it new, made a knocking noise in the brakes and the brake pedal jumped up and down at first stop sign when I left my house. I reapplied the brake to see if it would work. It did. I turned onto the highway and within two blocks the vehicle shifte... Read more
ENGINE Aug 17, 2021
Incident date: Aug 17, 2021
The vehicle with only 29,775 miles on it, and I bought it new, made a knocking noise in the brakes and the brake pedal jumped up and down at first stop sign when I left my house. I reapplied the brake to see if it would work. It did. I turned onto the highway and within two blocks the vehicle shifte... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 17, 2021
Incident date: Aug 17, 2021
The vehicle with only 29,775 miles on it, and I bought it new, made a knocking noise in the brakes and the brake pedal jumped up and down at first stop sign when I left my house. I reapplied the brake to see if it would work. It did. I turned onto the highway and within two blocks the vehicle shifte... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 10, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT WAS LEASING THE 2019 MERCEDES BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED SHE ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT TO PARK HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AS SHE CRASHED INTO AN UNKNOWN OBJECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO DRIVE AT CRASHED INTO A TRUCK. THE SIDE... Read more
Crash 1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT Aug 10, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT WAS LEASING THE 2019 MERCEDES BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED SHE ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT TO PARK HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AS SHE CRASHED INTO AN UNKNOWN OBJECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO DRIVE AT CRASHED INTO A TRUCK. THE SIDE... Read more
Crash 1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 10, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT WAS LEASING THE 2019 MERCEDES BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED SHE ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT TO PARK HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AS SHE CRASHED INTO AN UNKNOWN OBJECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO DRIVE AT CRASHED INTO A TRUCK. THE SIDE... Read more
Crash 1 injured

MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 across all model years (2015, 2026).

62 Total Recalls
433 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
33 Reported Crashes
6 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 0 View
2025 1 6 View
2024 2 2 View
2023 1 14 View
2022 2 5 View
2021 9 26 View
2020 5 14 View
2019 (current) 11 46
2018 12 69 View
2017 9 42 View
2016 4 71 View
2015 5 137 View
2014 0 1 View

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