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Mercedes-Benz GLA repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (27%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 22 repairs.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (5%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA

Engine not specified

Mercedes-Benz GLA in Florida, United States
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

7000 mi
The whole dashboard lit up with warning lights when I started the car. They were able to diagnose the problem remotely and fix it by rplacing a part. It was some kind of sensor. I can't remember exactly what was wrong but when I drove to the dealer, the steering was heavy, and it felt like the power steering was off. 

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 4dr SUV

turbocharged 208hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

Mercedes-Benz GLA in New South Wales, Australia
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

28520 mi
windscreen washer pump failed, they attempted repair but had to replace the part eventually 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Florida, United States
Jun 2017 - Dec 2019
Sep 2017

12000 mi
Shimmy when stopping. Dealership said there was a TSB to replace all 4 Rotors and install new brake pads if this condition was present. 
Oct 2017

12000 mi
Pads and rotors replaced due to shutter when braking. 
Jan 2018

16000 mi
Pads and rotors replaced a second time due to shutter when braking. 
Jun 2018

21000 mi
Brake shudder again. This time nothing was done because Mercedes wouldn't cover it. 

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 4dr SUV

turbocharged 208hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLA in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Aug 2021

45000 mi

US $250
Replace rear brake pads & re-surface disc 
May 2022

56000 mi

US $1976
Crank case ventilation valve leaking oil internally into wire harness. Oil leaked into the wire connectors to ME control unit. Causes all kind of warning lights and fault codes to generate. 

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 4dr SUV

turbocharged 208hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual FWD

Mercedes-Benz GLA in Arizona, United States
Oct 2014 - Dec 2017
Aug 2015

4500 mi
Seat belt latch not working, set off repair light. Ordered part. Driver seat belt latch replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Texas, United States
Aug 2016 - Mar 2017
Sep 2016

20000 mi
CV-joint needed replacing, covered under warranty 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Florida, United States
Jul 2016 - Jun 2022
Mar 2018

17000 mi
Stutter when starting from stop - worse when cold. Dealer diagnosed with error code. Needed to replace "fluid clutch assembly. Needed to wait for assbly from Germany for 3 weeks, then 1 week or so for install - big job. Under warranty and had free loaner during repair, which would have been $5K out of warranty. GLA runs beautiful now, very smooth from start after stop. Also installed recall-clockspring in steering column for airbag when in for repair at MB dealer. 

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 4dr SUV

turbocharged 208hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLA in Florida, United States
Sep 2015 - Dec 2021
Oct 2021

61000 mi

US $500
Ridiculous price paid for essentially a battery R&R. It was the original battery however ... lasted over almost 6 years. 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in California, United States
Nov 2016 - Dec 2017
May 2017

35600 mi
Seating material was cracking - replaced under warranty 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2014 - Oct 2020
Jul 2017

19000 mi
Check engine light on. Replaced battery and reset. 
Sep 2017

21000 mi
Hard shift and different warnings. Software update 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2014 - Nov 2017
Jan 2015

2500 mi
Broken seat rail end cap. Squeek in rear seat 
Dec 2016

22000 mi
In car phone kept ringing, but would not accept or reject. Rear hatch would not latch. 
May 2017

28000 mi
Waterpump replaced. 
Mercedes-Benz GLA in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015

15500 mi
Collision detection device became inoperative. Dealer had to reset s/w at their shop. 

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 4dr SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLA in Alabama, United States
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Jun 2022

77000 mi

US $10000
Replacement of oil pan. 

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Mercedes-Benz GLA Repair Histories

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