2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 13%of 94 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 29,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the body and structure of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, 13% of the 94 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 29,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had two mva accidents (february 1 and march 16, 2016) in this vehicle within~ 3 months of ownership. The accidents occurred when I slowed down this vehicle under 10-15mph. Upon purchase, I noticed unlike other cars I have owned, at a stop this mbgla 250 vehicle engine would cut off completely and start back when the gas pedal was pressed. I was told by the dealership this was normal. …”
NHTSA complaint #10874019, filed 2016-06, 8,000 miles“Back door was ajar and there was no warning display to state the door was not closed completely. I was able to pull out of my driveway and the warning did not display until I was driving. Safety issue especially with small children in the back seat.”
NHTSA complaint #10928181, filed 2016-11, 21,000 miles“The door handles become in stuck position and does not close fully and does not latch to a locked position. Also after removing the driver side california proposition 65 sticker interacts with the window closing mechanism.”
NHTSA complaint #10780803, filed 2015-10, 68 miles“Mercedes repair shop inspected this car and stated that there is rear-subframe rusting and corrosion. Repair shop states that this is a safety issue. I took it into Mercedes dealer who stated that this VIN is not covered by a 20-year, unlimited-mile rear-subframe warranty (Feb–Mar 2023) for specific models (C/E/GLK/CLS/SLK/SLC/SL). …”
NHTSA complaint #11695495, filed 2025-10“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 informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11700522, filed 2025-11, 98,000 milesRelated recalls
- 23V854000Dec 15, 2023Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 2015–2019, CLA250 2014–2019, C300 2015–2020 +19 more
- 21V197000Mar 19, 2021Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 2015–2020, AMG S63 2014–2020, CLA250 2014–2019 +19 more
Related service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint 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…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint 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…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10144083Mar 14, 2018Pop-up roof: Roof jams or cannot be opened, drive unit makes rattling noises
- 10235988Feb 12, 2016This service campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG) has determined that the preservation agent at the lower door hinges at the front and rear as well as at the…
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
27 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology