Doors: latchRecall 26V-134 · 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 26V-134 covers 10 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 for a doors: latch problem, reported to NHTSA on March 6, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 50% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V134000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
50%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from June 30, 2025 to July 1, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.