NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 Safety Record
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a federal Safety Index score or star ratings. The available federal record details two recall campaigns, both of which address electrical system software issues. A single owner complaint is on file for this model year. This limited data set, while not comprehensive, represents the complete federal safety picture for the 2019 AMG GLA45. Consumers should consider this record for what it is: an absence of crash-test evaluation, not an indication of performance.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries a Light recall and complaint burden band with two recall campaigns on record, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45?
The 2019 AMG GLA45 was not subjected to federal crash testing, leaving a gap in its safety profile. Its 'Light burden' classification is due to a low volume of recalls and complaints for a vehicle of its age. The two recalls issued were both software-related, addressed via over-the-air updates. A single, unverified powertrain complaint exists, but does not indicate a broader pattern.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 have any recalls?
Both recalls on the 2019 AMG GLA45 target the electrical system software category. One campaign, remedied via an over-the-air fix, covered a broad multi-model Mercedes-Benz population including this GLA-Class year. The second campaign, also an OTA fix, similarly spanned multiple model years and classes. Neither recall carried a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data on file. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm remedy status.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE22V365000
Risk: 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 20220
Reported 2022-05-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE21V058000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2021-02-05
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45?
One owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 AMG GLA45. That single unverified allegation names the Power Train as the affected component. The report logged zero crashes, zero fires, zero injuries, and zero deaths. Because NHTSA complaint records represent unverified consumer allegations, no causal finding should be drawn from this single filing.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45?
The 2019 AMG GLA45 carries two federal safety recalls, both addressing software anomalies. Purchasers of used units are advised to verify that these recalls have been completed, as resolution of open recalls becomes the owner's responsibility after sale.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2019 AMG GLA45, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Both recalls on this model year address electrical system software and were designated as over-the-air fixes, but VIN-level verification at nhtsa.gov is required to confirm remedy completion on any individual vehicle.
- Only one owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, citing the Power Train as the affected component; it is an unverified allegation with no associated crashes, injuries, or deaths on record.
- The Light burden band assigned to the 2019 AMG GLA45 reflects the low volume of its recall and complaint record and is not a crash-safety grade or a substitute for crash-test data.
FAQ2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 safety questions
Was the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz AMG Gla45 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.