Mercedes-benz Recall 26V278000: Seat Belts, Front, Retractor

NHTSA recall 26V278000 · announced May 1, 2026 · filed by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · 15 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

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 NHTSA.gov beginning May 8, 2026.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2026 Mercedes-benz Cla 250+ (ev)
• 2026 Mercedes-benz Cla 350 4matic (ev)

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.