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2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 Safety Overview

The 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Steering
  • Seat belts:rear/other
  • Seats

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 21V229000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA2...

A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V229000: A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/1/2021
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 19V585000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

The seatbelt for a passenger seated in the rear middle seating position might not be properly secured, which could increase the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V585000: The seatbelt for a passenger seated in the rear middle seating position... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/12/2019
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 19V132000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GLA-250 and GLA250 4MATIC vehicles.

If the upper anchorage point is covered, the child seat will not be able to be secured as intended in the center position of the rear seat, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V132000: If the upper anchorage point is covered, the child seat will not be able to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/26/2019
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 18V912000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GLA250 and GLA250 4MATIC vehicles.

Water leaking into the vehicle from around the sunroof may affect the electrical contacts of the window air bag, potentially causing the window air bag to not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V912000: Water leaking into the vehicle from around the sunroof may affect the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2018
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 18V405000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 and GLA250 4Matic v...

If the top tether anchorage point is missing, a child seat will not be able to be properly installed in the center rear seat position, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 18V405000: If the top tether anchorage point is missing, a child seat will not be able... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/15/2018
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250 17V653000

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 GLA250 4Matic vehicles.

Reduced headlight range can affect visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V653000: Reduced headlight range can affect visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/16/2017

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.