2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 104 | 107 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27 | 27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 12 |
| Engine | 10 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 |
| Wheels | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Steering | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
2019 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.