2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Seat Belt Recall
2026 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250+ (EV): SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Updated May 1, 2026
The front passenger seat belt retractor on certain 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ (EV) and CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) vehicles may lock in place and fail to extend, leaving passengers unrestrained in a crash.
Is the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on May 1, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ (EV) and CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) vehicles with a defective front passenger seat belt retractor that cannot deactivate the automatic locking function.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ (EV) or CLA 350 4MATIC (EV). Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026, to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
What to do right now
Contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 to schedule a free replacement of the front passenger seat belt. Do not use the front passenger seat until the repair is completed.
Contact: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
The hazard
A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V278000
- Recalled
- May 1, 2026
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