Mercedes-Benz GLA Bonnet Latch Replacement Parts
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Fitment questions
Does a bonnet latch from a 2015 GLA fit a 2018 GLA?
The GLA X156 generation ran from 2014 to 2020, so a 2015 and a 2018 are both within the same generation and the bonnet latch is very likely to be the same part. However, Mercedes facelifted the GLA X156 in 2017, and while the bonnet latch itself is a mechanical catch rather than a styled panel, you should confirm with the breaker against your registration that the pre-facelift and post-facelift latch are interchangeable before buying. Never assume fitment without checking.
Will a bonnet latch from a second-generation GLA (H247) fit my older X156 GLA?
No — the second-generation GLA (H247, launched in 2020) is a completely different platform from the first-generation X156 (2014–2020), so the bonnet and its associated latch mechanism are not shared between the two. Always source a latch from the correct generation, matching your car's registration to the breaker's donor vehicle. Mixing generations is very unlikely to work.
Does the trim level affect which bonnet latch I need — for example, does an AMG Line GLA need a different latch to a Sport or SE?
No — trim level does not affect the bonnet latch on the GLA; SE, Sport, AMG Line and other trim grades all share the same front-end latch mechanism within a generation. The latch is a functional mechanical part hidden under the bonnet, so cosmetic differences between trim levels are irrelevant here. Just make sure the donor car is from the same generation as yours.
I have a 2021 Mercedes GLA — what generation is it and what should I look for when sourcing a used bonnet latch?
A 2021 GLA is a second-generation H247, which launched in 2020, so you need a latch from another H247 rather than the older X156 generation. When contacting a breaker, quote your full registration so they can confirm the exact part number from the donor vehicle matches your car. Engine choice and drivetrain (2WD or 4MATIC) do not affect which bonnet latch you need.
Can I use a bonnet latch from a pre-facelift GLA X156 (2014–2017) on a facelifted model (2017–2020)?
The X156 facelift arrived in 2017 and brought changes to the front end including the grille and bumper, so it is not certain that the bonnet latch assembly is identical across that boundary. Confirm directly with the breaker, quoting both your registration and the registration of the donor car, so they can check whether the latch and its cable or release mechanism are the same part. This is a quick check a good breaker can do before you commit to buying.
Does the GLA have a bonnet latch at all — or is it one of those models with a frunk or unusual opening mechanism?
Yes, all variants of the Mercedes-Benz GLA — both the first-generation X156 (2014–2020) and the second-generation H247 (2020 onwards) — have a conventional front-opening bonnet with a standard pull-cable latch and secondary safety catch. There is no unusual mechanism to worry about; it is a straightforward part to source from a UK breaker. Engine type, drivetrain, and trim level make no difference to whether the latch exists on your car.