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Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns and 19 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45, covering model years 2014 to 2023. The 2015 model year drew the most complaints (7), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 10 recall campaigns on file
  • 19 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 10 model years with data (2014–2023)
  • most complaints: 2015 (7 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (4 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V481000 (reported Jul 24, 2026)
  • 1 complaint reporting a crash (5.3%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints by model year

7 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2015 model year has the most complaints: 7 of 19, or 36.8%. Next come 2017 (4) and 2016 (3). The fewest are for 2021, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2014–2021Column chart of 19 complaints across 8 model years. The highest is 2015 with 7. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2014: 1 complaint120142015: 7 complaints720152016: 3 complaints320162017: 4 complaints420172018: 2 complaints220182019: 1 complaint120192020: 0 complaints20202021: 1 complaint12021
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
201410000
201570000
201630000
201740000
201821000
201910000
202110000
All model years191000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 components

top 12 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 4 complaints (21.1% of all 19), followed by Electrical System (3) and Power Train (3). Another 6 complaints are filed under NHTSA’s “Unknown or Other” category.

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints (top 12)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints (top 12)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Unknown or Other631.6%
Engine421.1%
Electrical System315.8%
Power Train315.8%
Visibility/Wiper315.8%
Air Bags210.5%
Tires210.5%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)15.3%
Forward Collision Avoidance15.3%
Service Brakes15.3%
Structure15.3%
Vehicle Speed Control15.3%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 recalls

10 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name AMG GLA45, newest first. The 10 campaigns cover model years 2015 to 2023. The 2021 model year appears in the most campaigns (5).

  • 10 recall campaigns
  • 4 over-the-air remedies
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2015: 4 campaigns2016: 3 campaigns2017: 3 campaigns2018: 3 campaigns2019: 2 campaigns
2020: 2 campaigns2021: 5 campaigns2022: 1 campaign2023: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V481000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

    Model years 2021–2023

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

    Consequence:
    A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 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 July 31, 2026.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 23V854000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars

    Model year 2015

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 C-Class, CLA, GLA, S-Class, GLC, and GLE vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair, allowing the front panel to detach from the vehicle.

    Consequence:
    A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the front panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 2, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on, March 22,2024, and August 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-197.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 22V365000

    Reported

    Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

    Model years 2019–2021 · Over-the-air fix

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

    Consequence:
    A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 22V232000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Display Function

    Model year 2021

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 21V354000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera; Electrical System › Software

    Model year 2021 · Over-the-air fix

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy:
    The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 21V229000

    Reported

    Steering › Gear Box › Shaft Sector; Steering

    Model years 2017–2018

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250, and AMG GLA45 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.

    Consequence:
    A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060001.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 21V197000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars

    Model years 2015–2016

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 C300 Coupe, C43 Coupe AMG, C43 AMG, 2015-2020 C300, GLA250, 2016-2018 C350e, CLA45 Coupe AMG, 2015 C400, S65 AMG, 2015-2019 C63 AMG, 2016 C450, 2015-2016 GLA45 AMG, S600, 2016-2020 GLC300, 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, GLE43 Coupe AMG, 2014-2019 CLA250 Coupe, 2014-2015 CLA45 AMG, 2018 GLC63 AMG, 2014-2017 S550, 2018-2020 S450, 2016-2019 GLE63 Coupe AMG, 2016 GLE450 Coupe, 2014-2020 S63 AMG, 2018-2019 S560, and 2019 GLC350e vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle during a prior repair.

    Consequence:
    The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Mercedes-Benz dealer will remove the bonded panel and will install a new front panel by following the detailed repair instructions and using the approved primer, cleaner and adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021 and October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  8. NHTSA campaign 21V058000

    Reported

    Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

    Model years 2017–2021 · Over-the-air fix

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

    Consequence:
    Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  9. NHTSA campaign 19V787000

    Reported

    Communication

    Model years 2015–2016 · Over-the-air fix

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf

    Consequence:
    An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  10. NHTSA campaign 17V627000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2015–2018

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2013-2015 C350 4Matic Coupe, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, 2016-2017 C350e, C43 AMG, 2015 C400 4Matic, 2016-2018 C63 AMG, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, 2017-2018 C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC43 AMG Coupe, 2014 E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabriolet, E400 Hybrid, 2015-2017 E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, 2014-2017 E550 Coupe, E550 Cabriolet, B250e, 2014-2016 E250 BlueTec, E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon, 2012-2013 E350 BlueTec, 2012-2016 E350, E350 4Matic, 2015-2016 E400, E400 4Matic, 2012 E63 AMG, 2014-2015 E250 4Matic BlueTec, 2013-2016 E350 Wagon, 2017 GLC300d 4Matic, and 2018 GLC350e 4Matic. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

    Consequence:
    If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
    Remedy:
    MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began in December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 have?

NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45, covering model years 2014 to 2023. The most recent, 26V481000, was reported on July 24, 2026 and is filed under “Latches/locks/linkages”. The 2021 model year is covered by the most campaigns (5).

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 model year has the most complaints?

The 2015 model year, with 7 of the 19 complaints in NHTSA’s file (36.8%). The next are 2017 (4) and 2016 (3). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 4 complaints, or 21.1% of all 19. Electrical System (3) and Power Train (3) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 19 complaints, 1 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.