2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 2 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
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The engine light comes on constantly. The 1st incident happened 05/2024. I have reported this to the dealership and was told it was ok to drive. Then it kept happening, on 11/05/24 I took the vehicle in for repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-11
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-10-03Exterior lighting25V511000 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLA 35 4MATIC, GLA 250 4MATIC, and GLA 250 vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025090005.
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Date not on fileLatches/locks/linkages26V481000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V481000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 25V511000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2024 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 have?
- 2 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.