Mercedes-Benz GLA/GLB/CLA Door Lock Recall
2025 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLA 35, 2025 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
Updated July 24, 2026
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2019 to 2026 models because a micro-switch in the driver's door lock can corrode and fail to detect an open door. When that happens, the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature may not engage automatically, and the vehicle can roll away on its own.
Is the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on July 24, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
Certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles across these model years and lines: 2020 to 2021 CLA, 2019 to 2022 A-Class, 2022 to 2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020 to 2026 GLA and GLB, and 2023 to 2024 GLC. See MBUSA's recall report for the full list of specific model variants. Recall reference: NHTSA ID 26V481000.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own one of these Mercedes-Benz vehicles: a 2020 to 2021 CLA, a 2019 to 2022 A-Class, a 2022 to 2023 C-Class, a 2024 CLE, a 2020 to 2026 GLA or GLB, or a 2023 to 2024 GLC. To confirm whether your specific VIN is included, check NHTSA.gov starting July 31, 2026, using your 17-digit VIN (found on your dashboard or registration).
What to do right now
Take your vehicle to a Mercedes-Benz dealer for a free replacement of the driver's door lock. Dealer notification letters are expected to be mailed starting September 18, 2026. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service now at 1-800-367-6372, or look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov (searchable from July 31, 2026). Until the repair is done, be extra careful to apply your parking brake manually whenever you park.
Contact: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
The hazard
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V481000
- Recalled
- July 24, 2026
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