Known Recalls

Model year record

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. 8 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V134000

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

Component
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Vehicles affected
10
Reported to NHTSA
2026-03-06
Owners notified
2026-05-01

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.

Safety risk

A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 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 March 13, 2026.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system2—
Engine2—
Fuel/propulsion system2—
Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock21,600 mi

The 2025 model has about half as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.