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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
29Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-CLASS

The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is a premium subcompact crossover that competes at the entry point of the luxury SUV segment. Aimed at urban professionals and brand-conscious buyers seeking a compact, upscale daily driver, the GLA pairs a car-like footprint with elevated interior ambitions. It sits at the base of Mercedes-Benz's SUV lineup, making it a popular first step into the three-pointed star ownership experience.

VERDICT

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 29 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the GLA-Class for its refined interior materials, upscale cabin feel, and the intuitive quality of its infotainment system. Driving dynamics are described as composed and car-like for the segment. Some reviewers note that rear-seat space and cargo room feel tight relative to competitors, and a few raise questions about value given the options-heavy pricing structure.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

29 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
0reported fire
2reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 13Unknown Or Other 5Steering 4Air Bags 4Fuel System 3Gasoline 3

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Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Mercedes-Benz Gla-Class 2019. Methodology · Disclosure