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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has 5 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

Other
15Engine
12Electrical
5Powertrain
5Visibility
4Airbags
3Speed Control
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 20, 2024POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKESTransmission from drive well sometimes shift to neutral while it is at a stand still usually waiting...
Oct 5, 2023POWER TRAINRear differential failed at 55,000 miles. Mercedes-Benz of Lafayette IN last had possession of the p...
Sep 23, 2023POWER TRAINThe vehicle change's gears and automatically switch to neutral while driving. I almost had a major ...
Jun 14, 2023POWER TRAINThe transmission is starting to malfunction and is available for inspection. If the car looses power...
Sep 15, 2022POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGSThe contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated while at a traffic light the vehicl...

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