CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (5 reports).
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 recalls
Driver's Door Lock Can Corrode, Risking Rollaway
The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect that the door is open.
Rear brake pad wear gauge may be missing, raising crash risk
Certain Mercedes-Benz A-Class, CLA, GLA and GLB models from 2019 to 2021 may not have the tool needed to check how worn the rear brake pads are.
Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash
A software error in the communication module's SIM card can cause a mobile network connection failure.
Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk
The rearview camera may fail to display the rear view because of a software error.
Loose Rear Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking
The rear brake caliper housing fasteners on these vehicles may be loose.
Rearview camera may show a blank screen, raising crash risk
The multimedia system software in these vehicles can cause the infotainment display to stay black or reboot after startup.
Front Passenger Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly
A ground connection for the front passenger airbag may not be mounted properly.
Emergency call system may be disabled, delaying crash help
Some 2017 to 2021 Mercedes-Benz vehicles may have had their communication module inadvertently deactivated during a service visit.
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.
Most common 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 problems
Problem areas named in the 18 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V481000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted by the manufacturer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
See attached document for complaint
Cowl vent grille openings allowed normal environmental debris to accumulate, plug drainage and divert water onto electrical components and potentially result in a fire if not addressed. Some of the debris passes through into the hvac system and cannot be cleaned without dealer removal/repair of the hvac motor, which costs the customer more than $500 in repairs and disincentivizes mitigation. Furthermore, Mercedes is aware of the problem, has not issued a customer satisfaction recall, and instead, is charging customers more than $1,000 to install a plastic protective shield to prevent accumulation of debris, clogged water management, and risk of fire.
The Gas Door did not open in order to pump gasoline. There is no mechanical device for the driver, passenger, owner of the vehicle to manually open the gas door from the inside. There was no electronic warning within the Mercedes Benz to alert driver about malfunction of gas door not working. Driver took vehicle to local Firestone mechanic who said the "gas door actuator" needed to be replaced. Accordingly, vehicle with the remaining gasoline was taken to local Mercedes Dealer who after the vehicle being looked at, "confirmed gas door to not opening due to internal mechanical fault" and replaced with new gas door actuator at a cost of $820.28. Vehicle owner mentioned to service rep, that he
When coming to a full stop at a red light (or any need to idle at a stop), the car frequently begins to hesitate as if it is about to cut off. I assume it has something to do with the âfuel saving featureâ which comes on in the form of a green symbol in the lower left of the odometer display (the engine is still running the AC) . When you start to drive again the car always jerks before moving , on at least 3 occasions it has actually cut off completely and must be restarted (everything goes off) - it is big problem, especially in heavy traffic (horns blaring & angry drivers are encountered) I almost had a car hit me from behind; my car had jerked slightly when I began to accelerate
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 questions
Does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250: Driver's Door Lock Can Corrode, Risking Rollaway; Rear brake pad wear gauge may be missing, raising crash risk; Emergency call system may fail to connect in a crash; Rearview camera may show no image, raising crash risk; Loose Rear Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (5), Unknown Or Other (4), Electrical System (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 has been fixed?
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