NHTSANHTSA recall 26V134000 · Mar 6, 2026

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Incorrectly Installed Cable May Prevent Door from Opening

Recall found

Product

2026 GLA 250 vehicles

Hazard

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

What to do

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.

Got a car, truck or motorcycle? The surest check is your 17-character VIN, which is on your registration, insurance card, or the driver-side dashboard. NHTSA's free lookup shows any open recall that hasn't been repaired on that exact vehicle.

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Recall details

Summary: 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.
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Recall type: Vehicle
Potentially affected: 10

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.

Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Nov 3, 2026, 2:31 AM EST. The agency notice is the final word.