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2026
Mercedes-Benz CLA EV

EPA Range: 312 miles
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Reliability

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The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls

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Recalls
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SEAT BELTS
May 01, 2026
A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
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Summary:
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 should you do:
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 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.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V278000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 15
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