Model year
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name GLA-Class for 2021. Under the matched names AMG GLA35, AMG GLA45, GLA 250, and GLA 250 4MATIC, NHTSA lists 9 recalls and 23 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for GLA 250 are ENGINE (5), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 23–28 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,950–$3,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2015 101 complaints
- 2016 53 complaints
- 2017 35 complaints
- 2018 52 complaints
- 2019 30 complaints
- 2020 11 complaints
- 2021 23 complaints
- 2022 5 complaints
- 2023 8 complaints
- 2024 2 complaints
- 2025 4 complaints
- 2026 2 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2021. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLA35 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| AMG GLA45 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| GLA 250 | 9 | 18 | 0 |
| GLA 250 4MATIC | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Recalls for GLA 250
26V481000 · Jul 24, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may…
23V732000 · Nov 1, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. The vehicles may not be equipped with an inspection gauge to check the wear of the rear brake pads. In addition, information for…
22V365000 · May 20, 2022
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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…
22V232000 · Apr 8, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview…
22V125000 · Mar 4, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG CLA 35 and 2021 GLA 250 vehicles. The rear brake caliper housing fasteners may be loose, which can reduce brake performance or cause rear brake components to detach from the vehicle.
21V354000 · May 14, 2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model…
21V102000 · Feb 22, 2021
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain GLA250 vehicles. The ground connection for the front passenger air bag may not be mounted properly, which could result in an inadvertent deployment.
21V072000 · Feb 12, 2021
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; COMMUNICATION
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,…
21V058000 · Feb 5, 2021
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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…
Complaints for GLA 250
18 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 2, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for GLA 250
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SUV FWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLA250 · 2L · Automatic (AM8) · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 | 34 | 28 | — | — | $2,950 |
| GLA250 4matic · 2L · Automatic (AM8) · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 | 33 | 27 | — | — | $3,050 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic · 2L · Automatic (AM8) · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 29 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| AMG GLA45 4matic · 2L · Automatic (AM8) · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
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