2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA: common problems and reliability

One of the worst GLA years.

One of the Mercedes-Benz GLA years to avoid. All GLA years

101 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.

Should I buy a 2015 GLA?

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA has 101 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.

Safety record for the 2015 model year

101
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
4
Crash reports
1
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA vehicles (US, public record).

The Year Score compares this year with other GLA years only. How we score it

Is 2015 a good year for the GLA?

Across the 13 GLA model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2014) to 101 (2015). With 101 complaints, the 2015 GLA sits above the model's median of 9.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

engine
31
power train
15
structure
13
air bags
13
electrical system
13

What owners say across generations

Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide.

Owner insights cover all generations of the GLA. See the full GLA owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used GLA listings typically run $16,979–$29,403.

Other GLA model years

Compare every GLA year side by side to see how 2015 ranks against the rest.

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