Worst 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 9 | — | — | 67,559 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | 1 | 28,398 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 48,254 mi | |
| Airbags | 5 | — | — | 44,174 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 2 | — | 32,719 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~245,698 vehicles.
Mercedes-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 specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
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2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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