2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 Problems & Complaints

Few complaints14% fewer complaints than a typical year of the AMG GLA45 at the same age

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the transmission & drivetrain (1 complaint). 2 recalls cover this model year.

1complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 problems

  • Transmission & drivetrain
    1100%

Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 complaints by model year

2015201620172018201920202021734211
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best AMG GLA45 years: 2020, 2016, 2018. Compare all years →

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 recalls (2)

Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 22V-365 · May 20, 2022 · 242,722 vehicles

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.

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.

Communication › Auto crash notification

NHTSA recall 21V-058 · Feb 5, 2021 · 1,292,258 vehicles

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.

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.

2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo7-speed dual-clutch4WD22 / 28 / 25

EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 a good car?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2019 AMG GLA45 rates few complaints: 14% fewer complaints than a typical year of the AMG GLA45 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45?

The transmission & drivetrain — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission.

How many recalls does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45, the most recent from May 20, 2022 (auto crash notification). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2016 and 2018. See the full Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.