Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 24, 202626V481000 | Latches/locks/linkages: doors lockA vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V481000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Amg Gla35, Amg Gla45, Gla 250, Gla 250 4matic. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component8
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 38 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 25 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 25 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 13 |
| Suspension | 1 | 13 |
| Power train | 1 | 13 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 13 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 13 |
| Air bags | 1 | 13 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“I request that NHTSA investigate whether 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 vehicles and other H247 vehicles are susceptible to foreign-material intrusion into the HVAC blower system and whether the existing intake…”
- Engine
“I am reporting a severe drivability and engine failure issue with my vehicle. The vehicle has been exclusively maintained by authorized Mercedes-Benz service centers.”
- Electrical system
“On 2 separate occasions (August 2025 & February 2026), the car has had a "transmission malfunction" light come on while driving on the highway around 65-70 mph.”
Other Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class model years
- 20251 recall4 complaints
- 20231 recall8 complaints
- 20222 recalls5 complaints
- 20219 recalls23 complaints
- 20205 recalls10 complaints
- 201911 recalls30 complaints
All years: 2025 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015
Other Mercedes-Benz models
- 2023 C-Class10 recalls26 complaints
- 2023 E-Class5 recalls24 complaints
- 2023 Sprinter7 recalls38 complaints
- 2023 GLE-Class5 recalls33 complaints
- 2023 GLC-Class12 recalls64 complaints
- 2023 S-Class10 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 CLA-Class1 recall6 complaints
- 2023 Metris4 recalls2 complaints
- 2023 CLS-Class3 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 GLS-Class5 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 AMG GT6 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 G-Class5 recalls6 complaints
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class. The most recent, 26V481000 (reported July 24, 2026), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 8 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Check a specific Mercedes-Benz by VIN
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