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2026 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2026 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other Gla 250 years?

Gla 250 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 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, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

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

26V134000Latches & LocksMarch 6, 2026 · 10 units

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.

Consequence

A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 13, 2026.

2026 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — common questions

Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2026 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.