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2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

5

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Gla 250 years?

Gla 250 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted137 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 137 complaints2016: 71 complaints2017: 41 complaints2018: 67 complaints2019: 46 complaints2020: 14 complaints2021: 26 complaints2022: 5 complaints2023: 12 complaints2024: 2 complaints2025: 6 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Gla 250 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine240%
Driver Assistance120%
Electrical System120%
Fuel System120%

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V662000LightingOctober 2, 2023 · 32 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 A220, GLA250, and AMG GLA35 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100005.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I find the design of the 2022 GLA Mercedes Benz to be flawed. Just the mere filling gas into the tank can cause the Charcoal Canister to go bad; causing the malfunction light to activate; unknown to consumers. A safety flap should be required over the gas hole to prevent any overflow. Although, the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 17, 2023

“I find the design of the 2022 GLA Mercedes Benz to be flawed. Just the mere filling gas into the tank can cause the Charcoal Canister to go bad; causing the malfunction light to activate; unknown to consumers. A safety flap should be required over the gas hole to prevent any overflow. Although, the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 17, 2023

“We were told a chip from Mercedes called Hermes is ordered and we will have navigation in this vehicle, disabled US Army Combat Veteran that relies upon this technology the technology of speaking my location and the vehicle routing it. We purchased the car for this function. After many attempts to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 15, 2022

“On four separate occasions since purchasing the vehicle brand new in October 2021, the emergency braking system has engaged while driving at a high rate of speed on the freeway. These incidents have been reported to the dealership during servicing and they have indicated no faults with the system.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 1, 2023

2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — common questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Gla 250 years to avoid are 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2017. The cleanest record among Gla 250 years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.