CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (2 reports).
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 recalls
Steering Shaft May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering Control
The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement.
Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location
Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have a software problem in the communication module that runs the automatic crash notification (eCall) system.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk
The driver's front airbag may deploy without warning because the steering components may not be properly grounded.
Most common 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The instrument cluster would fail intermittently, the speedometer would be my accurate speed, and then suddenly 0. Same for RPMs, gas, etc. Then after a period of time they would work again. Some times is was just oscillating back and forth between the failure modes. My blinkers would be on, but the instrument cluster and "click" would be out of sync. The "hold" feature that would hold the break was unavailable during the error state. All the instrument cluster lights would be blinking on and off rapidly. (have video)
I was driving the car at about 70 mph on an interstate highway during "rush hour" traffic when the Electronic Stabilization icon flashed on the dashboard screen and the car began to decelerate. I pressed on the accelerator pedal but the car continued to coast. A second or two later the dashboard screen flashed a warning stating something like "Brake assist activated" and the vehicle began to aggressively brake. I was in the middle lane of the interstate with vehicles around me travelling at 65 to 75 miles per hour and I could see a car rapidly approaching me from behind. It was apparent to me that my vehicle was going to come to a rapid stop in the middle of a busy interstate highway and th
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 questions
Does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45: Steering Shaft May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Crash Alert May Send Responders to Wrong Location; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 has been fixed?
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