2026 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250+ (EV) and Mercedes-Benz Cla 350 4matic (EV) recall: retractor
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall on May 1, 2026. It covers about 15 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 15
- reported
- May 1, 2026
- owners notified
- Jul 24, 2026
Seat belts: front: retractor
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 beginning May 8, 2026.
Recall number 26V278000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 26V278000
Is there a recall on the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Cla 250+ (EV) and Mercedes-Benz Cla 350 4matic (EV) retractor?
Yes. Recall 26V278000, reported on May 1, 2026, covers about 15 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 26V278000?
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 beginning May 8, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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