CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (27 reports).
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 recalls
Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk
The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.
Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard
The front roof panel, located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof, may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a previous repair.
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
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.
Camshaft Welds May Fail, Risking Engine Stall
Some vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts with welds that may fail.
Most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 problems
Problem areas named in the 94 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 27 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
What owners report
During an inspection, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership discovered severe corrosion and perforation, including holes, in the rear subframe of my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA. There were no warning lights or messages alerting us to the condition before it was discovered. The dealership confirmed that the subframe requires replacement and estimated the repair at approximately $6,000. The vehicle has approximately 140,000 miles. The rear subframe is a structural component that supports suspension components. Its advanced corrosion and perforation create concern that it could weaken or fail while the vehicle is being driven, potentially affecting vehicle stability and control. The vehicle and af
I came out from work. Got in my car and started it and went to make a three-point turn to go the opposite direction on a quiet back street in the airbag deployed halfway through and blew up in my face, causing my hands to be hurt and difficulty with breathing.
Collision Prevention Assist Plus Inoperative Light on the dashboard it appears often and beep I am not sure and why
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the sunroof panel was tilted on one side and fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. Upon researching the failure, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V918000 (Visibility); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who confirmed there was no recall coverage on the VIN for the failure. The dealer provided an unknown diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the roof panel had detached and was tilted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an estimate for the repair was provided. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V197000 (Structure), but the dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 questions
Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250: Front Roof Panel May Detach, Creating Crash Risk; Front roof panel may detach while driving, creating a crash hazard; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Injury Risk; Camshaft Welds May Fail, Risking Engine Stall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?
Based on 94 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (27), Unknown Or Other (16), Power Train (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.