2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 93 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
31% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-54 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE AND MADE A RUMBLING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. ONCE THE VEHICLE REACHED 1,400 RPMS/55 MPH, THE FAILURE SEIZED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160425
17% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My car totaled by another car and my air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260130
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171206
"TAKATA RECALL" WHAT PURPOSE DOES THIS RECALL SERVE IF THE MANUFACTURER STILL DOES NOT HAVE A "REMEDY" AVAILABLE? I HAVE 3 BENZ'S, ALL AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL AND FOR OVER 1 YEAR THE DEALER CANNOT REPAIR DUE TO "NO REMEDY YET AVAIL".
NHTSA ODI report, 20171107
10% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.
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Smell of gas when turning on heater, fuel leaking on engine block
NHTSA ODI report, 20230925
10% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 17V627000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 19V787000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V197000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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.
Campaign 23V854000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V627000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V787000 (communication) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V197000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V854000 (structure) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.