2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 100 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 | 6 |
| Visibility | 3 | 3 |
| Wheels | 0 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 7 |
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.