Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliable?
2015–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 7 | 2 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 18 | 2 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 6 | 29 | 3 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2018 | 5 | 27 | 3 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2017 | 4 | 20 | 2 | — | 83 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the GLA Compares to Similar Vehicles
The GLA scores 12 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 109 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLA reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz GLA scores 82/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 25 recall campaigns and 109 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year GLA is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2020 GLA achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 1 recall and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a GLA last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz GLA owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used GLA will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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