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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class: problems, recalls and fuel economy
The 2025 GLA-Class has only 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA[1]. It also has one open recall for a door lock part that can stop Auto-Park from engaging[2].
Most reported problems
NHTSA lists 3 complaints for this model year[1]. One mentions a crash and one mentions an injury. None mention a fire or a death[1].
The complaints are spread across a few component groups. Brakes and power train have 2 each[5][6]. Electrical system has 1[7]. Unknown or other has 1[8]. One complaint can name several groups, so these do not add up to 3[1].
Owners describe a sudden surge while pulling into a parking space, with shaking and soft brakes, ending in a collision[5]. Another owner describes the car shutting off at a traffic light and not responding to the gas pedal, with repairs that included a brake sensor and the transmission[6]. These are unverified reports. With so few complaints, we cannot call any of this a common problem.
Recalls
- Remedy pending
Driver's door lock (26V481). Dated 2026-07-24[2]. The recall covers 310,667 vehicles across several Mercedes-Benz models, and the GLA is one of them[2]. A small switch in the driver's door lock can corrode and fail to notice an open door. Then the electronic parking brake may not apply by itself with Auto-Park. The car could roll away, which raises the risk of a crash or injury. The planned remedy is a new driver's door lock[2]. The remedy is being rolled out in phases by model and year, so it may not be available yet for your car. Owner letters were expected to be mailed September 18, 2026[2]. Owners can call Mercedes-Benz USA at 1-800-367-6372[2].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the version. All three listed use a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, Automatic (AM8) and Premium fuel[9][4][10].
| Version | City / Hwy / Combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| GLA250, Front-Wheel Drive[4] | 26 / 34 / 29 | $2,850 |
| GLA250 4matic, All-Wheel Drive[10] | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,950 |
| AMG GLA35 4matic, All-Wheel Drive[9] | 22 / 28 / 24 | $3,400 |
The EPA cost estimate uses EPA's fuel price assumptions, not what you will pay[9].
Engine and size
The 2.0L 4-cylinder is rated from 221 to 302 hp, depending on version[11].
Size figures below are Canadian-market specifications for the GLA 250 4MATIC and can differ slightly from US models[12].
How 2025 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 94 | 5 |
| 2016 | 50 | 4 |
| 2017 | 31 | 9 |
| 2018 | 50 | 12 |
| 2019 | 29 | 11 |
| 2020 | 11 | 5 |
| 2021 | 21 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 | 3 | 1 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
NHTSA shows 3 complaints and 1 recall for 2025[3]. Only 2024 and 2026 have fewer complaints, with 2 each[3]. Every year from 2015 to 2023 has more, from 5 complaints in 2022 up to 94 in 2015[3]. For recalls, 2023 and 2026 also have 1[3]. 2024 and 2022 have 2 each, and every year from 2015 to 2021 has more[3]. Counts are not adjusted for sales.
Should you buy a used 2025 GLA-Class?
The complaint count is very low, which is a good sign but a small base[1]. Check the VIN on NHTSA.gov to see if the door lock recall applies and whether the remedy is ready[2]. Ask whether the fix has been done on any car you consider. Pick the version that fits your budget, since fuel cost estimates range from $2,850 to $3,400 a year[4][9]. Our data does not cover safety ratings or reliability scores.
Frequently asked questions
- What problems does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class have?
- NHTSA has 3 complaints, with brakes and power train named in 2 each[1][5][6]. The sample is too small to call any of them a common problem.
- Does the 2025 GLA-Class have any recalls?
- Yes. Recall 26V481 covers a driver's door lock switch that may corrode and stop Auto-Park from engaging, which can cause rollaway. The remedy is phased[2].
- What MPG does the 2025 GLA-Class get?
- EPA combined MPG is 29 for the GLA250, 28 for the GLA250 4matic and 24 for the AMG GLA35 4matic[4][10][9].
- How does 2025 compare with other GLA years?
- With 3 complaints, 2025 is behind only 2024 and 2026 (2 each)[3].
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 3 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class (1 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V481, filed July 24, 2026: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Lock. NHTSA recall database
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for GLA250, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (AM8), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 2 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for AMG GLA35 4matic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (AM8), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 28 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,400. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for GLA250 4matic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (AM8), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 221 to 302 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, GLA CLASS GLA 250 4MATIC 4DR SUV AWD: length 174 in, width 72 in, height 63 in, wheelbase 107 in, curb weight 3,671 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov