Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

○ Not enough data

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:58:07.647Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 94
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2015: 94 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2014	1
2015	94
2016	49
2017	30
2018	50
2019	29
2020	11
2021	17
2022	4
2023	8
2024	2
2025	3
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

29% · 27 reports

Show complaint excerpts

We own a 2015 Mercedes GLA. There has been a voluntary extended warranty due to a known issue on their end for years with this very expensive fix on low mileage cars.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-05

Power train

15% · 14 reports

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

I had two mva accidents (February 1 and March 16, 2016) in this vehicle within~ 3 months of ownership. The accidents occurred when I slowed down this vehicle under 10-15MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-13

Also filed under Air bags and structure

Car randomly shifts to neutral, displays message : "reverse not available" or "transmission malfunction". Car rapidly slows down causing cars behind to make avoidance maneuvers.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-13

Fuel/propulsion system

13% · 12 reports

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall. I was in an accident in my car in March of 2017 where driver and passanger airbags were deployed. Driver's front tooth was knocked out and left side damaged. Passanger side airbags side airbag deployed but not sure about rest.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-23

Also filed under Air bags and electronic stability control (esc)

On September 7th, 2023 while I was on the fastest lane driving to work in the morning on I 10 fwy, the car shut down without any prior warning. Couldn't even put it in neutral.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-09

Air bags

13% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing srs malfunction warning lamp/light.

CRASHINJURY

Structure

13% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing body and roof and pillars.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26

Also filed under Suspension

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

R

2015-12-23Engine and engine cooling15V662000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles manufactured July 17, 2015, to August 31, 2015.

Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 9, 2015. The recall began on December 23, 2015.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2017-12-06Air bags17V627000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2019-12-23Communication19V787000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2021-09-03Structure21V197000 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...

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.

Check if this car was fixed →
I
2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
R

2024-03-22Structure23V854000 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.

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.

Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 27 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 14 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V662000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 17V627000 · Air bags
Recall 19V787000 · Communication
Recall 21V197000 · Structure
Recall 23V854000 · Structure

FAQ

Is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.