| Issue ID | 1452773 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11078579 |
| Manufacurer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Brand | MERCEDES BENZ |
| Model | GLA250 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 06/09/17 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Vehicle driven to mercedes benz (mb) dealer for performance problem. Mb diagnosis problem as engine water damage. Vehicle was never submerged, nor exposed to large puddle of water. Mb reported engine replacement required as a result of water damage. No electrical or water damage to body reported. Mb took no responsibility for engine replacement although this model vehicle reported history of fire risk if attempts to restart after driving through water. Vehicle mileage approximately 25k. I have purchased five mb since 2002 with no issue until this model gla 250 2015 vehicle purchased used from dealer in 2016. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 25419 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | NEW BRAUNFELS, TX |
| VIN pattern | WDCTG4EB8FJXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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