NHTSA vehicle safety data
2024 Mercedes Benz GLA 250 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2024 Mercedes Benz GLA 250 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLA 250. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
NHTSA #26V481000Reported July 24, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Potentially affected: 310,667 vehicles
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.
Safety consequence
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. 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 July 31, 2026.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA #25V511000Reported August 8, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Potentially affected: 136 vehicles
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
Other Mercedes Benz GLA 250 model years
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