SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Published May 4, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 1, 2026
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) and CLA 250+ (EV) vehicles. The front passenger seat belt retractor may have been manufactured with a defect that prevents the deactivation of the child seat safety function (Automatic Locking Retractor). As a result, the seat belt may remain in a locked position and cannot be extended.
What to do
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.
Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- CLA 350 4MATIC (EV)
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2026 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) | 2026 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250+ (EV)
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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