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2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2024 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.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Gla 250 years?

Gla 250 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 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, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System150%
Other150%

Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

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

25V511000LightingAugust 8, 2025 · 136 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLA 35 4MATIC, GLA 250 4MATIC, and GLA 250 vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. 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 aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025090005.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The engine light comes on constantly. The 1st incident happened 05/2024. I have reported this to the dealership and was told it was ok to drive. Then it kept happening, on 11/05/24 I took the vehicle in for repair. It was returned 11/08/24 and ilthe engine light turned on again. I was told to take…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 5, 2024

“Car has been sent to dealership service center multiple times since we bought it in June 2024 for a sound created by rear camera. Dealership acknowledged sound made by camera. Last thing shop did was place a “foam padding” to help reduce sound. But it did not help with the noise. They claim…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 15, 2024

2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — common questions

Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 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.