2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 engine problems
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The contact stated that occasionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had progressed. The vehicle was taken to a…”
filed Aug 11, 2025
“Check engine light on my 2015 MB GLA250 4matic came on and the error is "P052E PCV Regulator Valve Performance". There is a recall for other MB vehicle with the same engine. I believe the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 and other models with the same engine should be included in the recall.”
filed Jun 30, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly…Campaign 15V662000 · Oct 16, 2015
Engine problems in other GLA 250 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 GLA 250 | 3 | 11% |
| 2018 GLA 250 | 10 | 21% |
| 2017 GLA 250 | 8 | 28% |
| 2016 GLA 250 | 15 | 31% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.