2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 structure problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“During an inspection, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership discovered severe corrosion and perforation, including holes, in the rear subframe of my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA. There were no warning lights or messages alerting us to the condition before it was discovered. The dealership confirmed that…”
filed Aug 26, 2026
“The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the roof panel had detached and was tilted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an estimate for the repair was provided. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V197000 (Structure), but the dealer…”
filed Nov 20, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle detailsCampaign 23V854000 · Dec 15, 2023
- Front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have…Campaign 21V197000 · Mar 19, 2021
Related service bulletins
Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim…
LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 6, 2026
Structure problems in other GLA 250 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 GLA 250 | 2 | 7% |
| 2018 GLA 250 | 4 | 8% |
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.