2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vs 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 93 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 101 | 95 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 8 |
| Power Train | 14 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 5 |
| Structure | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 12 | 5 |
| Stalling | 9 | 5 |
2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
2016 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.