The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 1 of 2 complaints (50%) mentions it.
Complaints filed fell from 4 in 2025 to 2 in 2026.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 2
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,650–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 25–29
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–3,200 | 2,650–3,200 | 2,650–3,100 | 2,650–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–28 | 24–29 | 25–29 | 25–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–25 / 28–34 | 22–26 / 28–34 | 22–26 / 30–34 | 22–26 / 30–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 313–370 | 306–370 | 306–350 | 306–350 | |
| Complaints filed | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class get?
EPA rates it 25–29 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class?
EPA estimates $2,650–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 350 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 26 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,650 (low) | 306 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 315 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Defect
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.
- Consequence
- A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. 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 March 13, 2026.