Mercedes-Benz A-Class recalls

109 official safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Door lock may fail to engage automatic parking brake
Reported July 24, 2026Model years 2019–2022NHTSA campaign 26V481000310,667 vehicles affected
Corrosion may cause the driver's door lock switch to fail to detect an open door, preventing the automatic parking brake from engaging and potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away. Dealers will replace the driver's door lock free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.
Consequence
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. 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 July 31, 2026.
Wheel bolts may loosen and detach
Reported May 18, 2026Model years 2022–2025EU Safety Gate SR/01626/26
Wheel bolts were not tightened to the specified torque and the bolts and wheel assembly could detach while driving, increasing accident risk. The recall asks end users to return the product.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The wheel bolts were not tightened in accordance with the torque specifications. The bolts and the wheel assembly could detach while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of accidents. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Germany
Door release cable may be incorrectly mounted
Reported April 15, 2026Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2026/09819 vehicles affected
A door release cable may not be mounted correctly. Service partners will check the door cables and mount them correctly if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SRPC2601 - Interior Door Handle Release
Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) A-Class (177 platform) and GLA (247 platform) vehicles the bowden cable of the release mechanism of one or more doors might not have been properly mounted.
Remedy
As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the bowden cables of the doors on the affected vehicles and mount them correctly if necessary.
Rear brake hoses may be the wrong length
Reported April 16, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/131347 vehicles affected
The rear axle brake hoses may not meet length specifications. Service partners will check them and replace them if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SRPC2503 - Variant of rear axle brake hose
Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain A-Class (177 platform) and CLA (118 platform) vehicles the length of the brake hoses on the rear axle might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the brake hoses on the rear axle on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
Steering software backup may fail
Reported May 6, 2024Model years 2018–2024DVSA recall R/2024/166314,515 vehicles affected
The steering software backup function may not meet specifications, impairing power assistance and potentially causing loss of steerability. The electric steering software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SRPC2404 â Backup function of steering software
Defect
On affected vehicles the backup function of the steering software might not meet specifications. As a result the steering power support might be impaired and a loss of steerability cannot be ruled out.
Remedy
Update the software of the electric steering on the affected vehicles.
Sunroof panel may not be bonded correctly
Reported February 7, 2024Model years 2012–2018DVSA recall R/2024/024270 vehicles affected
The panel between the windscreen and panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior repair. The front fixed sunroof element will be checked and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Defect
On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Check the front fixed element of the panoramic sliding sunroof and replace if necessary.
Rear brake pad inspection gauge may be missing
Reported November 1, 2023Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 23V73200042,742 vehicles affected
The vehicle may lack a gauge for checking rear brake pad wear, and the owner's manual may not explain how to use one. Worn pads can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will install a gauge and provide supplemental manual information free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. The vehicles may not be equipped with an inspection gauge to check the wear of the rear brake pads. In addition, information for using this inspection gauge might not be included in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Consequence
Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an inspection gauge and provide supplemental owner's manual information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Headlights may be incorrectly adjusted
Reported October 2, 2023Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 23V66200032 vehicles affected
Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 A220, GLA250, and AMG GLA35 vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and correct the headlight adjustment, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023100005.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tyres may not meet load requirements
Reported July 17, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/19084 vehicles affected
The fitted tyres may not meet load requirements. They will be checked and changed if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the equipped tyres might not meet the load requirements.
Defect
On affected vehicles the equipped tyres might not meet the load requirements.
Remedy
Check and change the tyres if necessary.
Front axle carrier corrosion protection may not last
Reported July 10, 2023Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2023/1858,296 vehicles affected
The front axle carrier's corrosion protection may not be sustained over the vehicle's lifetime. The carrier will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the corrosion protection of the integral carrier of the front axle might not be sustained over the lifetime of the vehicle.
Defect
On affected vehicles the corrosion protection of the integral carrier of the front axle might not be sustained over the lifetime of the vehicle.
Remedy
Replace the front axle carrier.
Engine control software may not meet local requirements
Reported March 13, 2023Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2023/0625,186 vehicles affected
The engine control unit software may deviate from local legal requirements. Update the diesel engine control unit software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Affected vehicles have an engine control unit software that deviates from the local legal requirements
Defect
Affected vehicles have an engine control unit software that deviates from the local legal requirements.ï¿½
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software.
SIM card software may disable emergency calls
Reported May 20, 2022Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 22V365000242,722 vehicles affected
A software error may cause a mobile network connection failure and disable the emergency call system. Occupants may be unable to contact emergency services, delaying responders and increasing injury risk. The communication module software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.
Consequence
A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera image may not display
Reported April 8, 2022Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 22V232000126,443 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Brake caliper housing bolts may be undertightened
Reported March 24, 2022Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2022/06251 vehicles affected
The brake caliper housing bolts may not meet torque specifications. Dealers will check the bolts and rework them if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BOLTING ON BRAKE CALIPER HOUSING MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The bolting on the brake caliper housing might not meet torque specifications.ï¿½
Remedy
Check and if necessary rework the bolting of the brake caliper housings on the affected vehicles.
Fuel rail particle may cause a leak
Reported March 24, 2022Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2022/061208 vehicles affected
A particle in the fuel rail may cause a leak between the rail and an injector. The fuel rail and injectors will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A PARTICLE IN THE FUEL RAIL MIGHT LEAD TO A LEAK BETWEEN THE FUEL RAIL AND THE INJECTOR
Defect
A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.ï¿½
Remedy
Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.ï¿½
Adhesive may contaminate power steering connection
Reported January 28, 2022Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/444226 vehicles affected
Melted adhesive may contaminate the electric power steering power supply connection. The connection will be checked and repaired if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION OF POWER STEERING MIGHT HAVE BEEN CONTAMINATED WITH ADHESIVE
Defect
On certain vehicles the power supply connection of the electric power steering might have been contaminated with melted adhesive.
Remedy
Check the connection on the affected vehicles and perform repair measures if necessary.
Left door lock pawl spring may lack grease
Reported January 14, 2022Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/4378,487 vehicles affected
The locking pawl spring in the left side door locks may not be greased to specification. The remedy is to grease the spring.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOCKING PAWL SPRING OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE DOOR LOCKS MIGHT NOT BE GREASED CORRECTLY
Defect
On certain vehicles with an additional door lock the locking pawl spring of the left side door locks might not be greased according to specifications.
Remedy
Conduct greasing of the locking pawl spring on the affected vehicles.
High-voltage battery housing may corrode
Reported January 11, 2022Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2021/4012 vehicles affected
Corrosion protection on the high-voltage battery housing may not last for the vehicle's lifetime. The battery will be checked and reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CORROSION PROTECTION OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY HOUSING MIGHT NOT BE ENSURED OVER THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE
Defect
On certain vehicles the corrosion protection of the high-voltage battery housing might not be ensured over the lifetime of the vehicle.
Remedy
Check the high-voltage battery of the affected vehicles and if necessary carry out rework measures.
Front axle carrier may corrode and fail
Reported December 17, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V99000038,312 vehicles affected
The front axle carrier may corrode and fail, potentially causing loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect and replace the carrier as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.
Consequence
Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Diesel engine control unit software needs an update
Reported December 13, 2021Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2021/40262,828 vehicles affected
Changes are required to specific engine management calibration functions. The diesel engine control unit software will be updated to improve emissions.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
UPDATE TO THE DIESEL ENGINE CONTROL UNIT SOFTWARE TO IMPROVE THE EMISSIONS
Defect
As a result of a directive from Germanyï¿½s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) changes are required to certain specific calibration functions within the engine management systems of certain vehicles.
Remedy
Conduct an update to the diesel engine control unit software.
Engine management calibration needs updating
Reported December 13, 2021Model years 2010–2012DVSA recall R/2021/39912,028 vehicles affected
Changes are required to specific engine management calibration functions. The diesel engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
UPDATE TO IMPROVE EMISSIONS
Defect
As a result of a directive from Germanyï¿½s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) changes are required to certain specific calibration functions within the engine management systems of certain vehicles.
Remedy
Conduct an update to the diesel engine control unit software.
Fuel rail may leak
Reported December 13, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V961000139 vehicles affected
Particles trapped between the fuel rail and injectors may cause a fuel leak. Fuel near an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the fuel rail and injectors, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported December 1, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/10821 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported November 29, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/3761,259,750 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Nitrogen oxide emissions may exceed requirements
Reported October 29, 2021Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2021/292237 vehicles affected
Nitrogen oxide emissions may not meet requirements. The diesel engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SOFTWARE UPDATE TO IMPROVE EMISSIONS
Defect
Nitrogen oxide emissions may not meet requirements.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software.
Roof panel may not be bonded correctly
Reported August 20, 2021Model years 2013–2019DVSA recall R/2021/274427 vehicles affected
The panel between the windscreen and panoramic sunroof may not be bonded correctly after a prior repair. It may need to be removed and replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLES WITH A PANORAMIC SUNROOFTHE POLYCARBONATE PANEL MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BONDED CORRECTLY DURING A PRIOR SERVICE REPAIR
Defect
The polycarbonate panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.
Remedy
Remove the bonded panel and install a new polycarbonate panel if required.
Driver airbag propellant may change over time
Reported August 17, 2021Model years 2004–2013DVSA recall R/2021/279305 vehicles affected
The driver's airbag propellant may undergo a chemical change over time. The driver's airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
Defect
The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
Remedy
Replace the driverï¿½s airbag
Driver airbag propellant may change over time
Reported August 17, 2021Model years 2004–2013DVSA recall R/2021/277650,916 vehicles affected
The driver airbag propellant may undergo a chemical change over time. The driver airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY HAVE A CHEMICAL CHANGE TO ITS PROPELLANT OVER TIME
Defect
The driver's airbag may have a chemical change to its propellant over time.
Remedy
Replace the driverï¿½s airbag.
Steering shaft universal joint bore may be out of specification
Reported July 21, 2021Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2021/20268,535 vehicles affected
A bore in the steering shaft universal joint may not meet specifications. The steering shaft will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A BORE IN THE UNIVERSAL JOINT ON THE STEERING SHAFT MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
A bore in the universal joint on the steering shaft might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the steering shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Side crash sensor bolts may not meet specifications
Reported July 15, 2021Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2021/24638 vehicles affected
The side crash sensor may not be bolted to specification. The bolts will be checked and reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BOLTING OF A SIDE CRASH SENSOR MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The bolting of a side crash sensor may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the bolting of the side crash sensor on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
LED headlights may be incorrectly adjusted
Reported July 2, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V5090001,467 vehicles affected
LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a repair, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the headlights, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, 2020 GLE580, GLB250, 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, 2021 AMG GLE63, and AMG GLE53 vehicles. The LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the LED headlights, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 13, 2021. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Multimedia software may disable rearview camera display
Reported May 14, 2021Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 21V354000343,191 vehicles affected
The multimedia system may show a black screen or reboot, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying and reducing rear visibility. A dealer or over-the-air update will install new software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Emergency call system may not behave as specified
Reported May 13, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1102,506,333 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported May 12, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/11916,122 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not work as specified
Reported May 11, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1202,078,496 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported May 10, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1112,267,900 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The remedy is to update the communication module software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1344,064,525 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not work to specification
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1332,666,625 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as intended. Update the communication module software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not behave as specified
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/132260,250 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/1312,031,675 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Emergency call system may not meet specifications
Reported May 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/12835 vehicles affected
The emergency call system may not behave as specified. The communication module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Spark plugs may not meet specifications
Reported April 15, 2021Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2021/08421 vehicles affected
The installed spark plugs may not meet specifications. They will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE VARIANT OF SPARK PLUGS INSTALLED MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The variant of spark plugs installed may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the spark plugs on the affected vehicles.
Communication module software may not meet specifications
Reported March 30, 2021Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2021/083324 vehicles affected
Some communication module software may not meet specifications. Dealers will update the software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SOFTWARE OF CERTAIN COMMUNICATION MODULES MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The software of certain communication modules may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Carry out an update to the software of the communication module on affected vehicles.
Communication module may be deactivated
Reported March 30, 2021Model years 2016–2020DVSA recall R/2021/082264 vehicles affected
The communication module may be deactivated. Its configuration will be checked and the module activated if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE COMMUNICATION MODULE MAY BE DEACTIVATED
Defect
The communication module may be deactivated
Remedy
Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Rear right ISOFIX bracket may be missing
Reported February 18, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/0301,086 vehicles affected
The ISOFIX bracket on the right rear seat may be missing. Dealers will check the bracket and replace it if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE RIGHT HANDLE FOR ATTACHING THE CHILD SEAT TO THE ISOFIX BRACKET MAY BE MISSING ON THE REAR RIGHT SEAT
Defect
The ISOFIX bracket might be missing on the right rear seat.
Remedy
Check the ISOFIX bracket on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Emergency call system may send incorrect location
Reported February 5, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V0580001,292,258 vehicles affected
A communication module software issue may send an incorrect vehicle location during an emergency call after a crash, potentially dispatching responders to the wrong place and increasing injury risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will correct the software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Consequence
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Right rear child seat anchor bar may be missing
Reported January 29, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V034000231 vehicles affected
The right rear ISOFIX bracket may be missing an anchor bar, so a child restraint cannot be properly secured using the ISOFIX system, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the bracket and replace it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 A220, A35 AMG, and CLA250 vehicles. The child seat anchoring system (ISOFIX) may be missing the right-side anchoring bar from the ISOFIX bracket on the right-rear seat.
Consequence
If the anchoring bar is missing from the ISOFIX bracket, the child restraint cannot be properly secured to the seat using the ISOFIX securing system, increasing the risk of injury for a child in that seat.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right-rear ISOFIX bracket and replace the bracket, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Dual clutch transmission oil level may be incorrect
Reported December 7, 2020Model years 2018–2020DVSA recall R/2020/336258 vehicles affected
The dual clutch transmission oil level may be outside specifications. The level will be checked and corrected, or the transmission replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE OIL LEVEL IN THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The oil level in the dual clutch transmission might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the dual clutch transmission on the affected vehicles and correct the oil level or replace the dual clutch transmission if necessary.
Dual-clutch transmission oil level may be incorrect
Reported December 4, 2020Model years 2018–2020DVSA recall R/2020/339144 vehicles affected
The dual-clutch transmission oil level may not meet specifications. The transmission will be checked and the oil level corrected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE OIL LEVEL IN THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION MIGHT NOOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The oil level in the dual clutch transmission might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the dual clutch transmission on the affected vehicles and correct the oil level.
Tire information labels may be missing
Reported December 4, 2020Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 20V75300026 vehicles affected
Labels with important information, including tire pressure, may be missing. Incorrect inflation could overload the tires and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will check for the labels and apply them if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. Certain labels containing important information such as tire pressure may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
If the tires are inflated to an incorrect tire pressure, the tires may be overloaded, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for the labels and apply them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020019.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Control unit box screw connection may be incorrect
Reported December 2, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/332140 vehicles affected
The screw connection of the control unit box may not meet specifications. It will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SCREW CONNECTION OF THE CONTROL UNIT BOX MIGHT NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
Defect
The screw connection of the control unit box might not meet the specification.
Remedy
Check the screw connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.
Engine control unit electrical contact may be faulty
Reported October 27, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/277148 vehicles affected
An electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet specification. The engine control unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AN ELECTRICAL CONTACT INSIDE THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
Defect
An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Air conditioning may contain the wrong refrigerant
Reported October 13, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/23760 vehicles affected
The air conditioning system may contain R-134a instead of R-1234yf. The refrigerant will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLES MAY BE FILLED WITH THE REFRIGERANT R-134a INSTEAD OF R-1234yf
Defect
The air conditioning system on the affected vehicles might erroneously be filled with the incorrect refrigerant
Remedy
Replace the refrigerant in the air conditioning system on the affected vehicles.
Turbocharger oil supply line may leak
Reported October 12, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/2625,370 vehicles affected
The turbocharger oil supply line may leak. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE OIL SUPPLY LINE OF THE TURBOCHARGER MAY LEAK
Defect
The oil supply line of the turbocharger might leak
Remedy
Check the oil supply line of the turbocharger on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary
Emergency call system software may not meet specifications
Reported October 6, 2020Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2020/23640,651 vehicles affected
The communication module software for the emergency call system does not meet specifications. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
Defect
On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Air conditioning drain hose may be misinstalled
Reported September 30, 2020Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2020/22120,536 vehicles affected
If the air conditioning drain hose is installed incorrectly, condensation may enter the passenger compartment. Its installation will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE AIR CONDITIONING DRAIN HOSE MAY BE INCORRECTLY INSTALLED
Defect
Condensation water from the air conditioning might enter the passenger compartment
Remedy
Check the installation of the air conditioning drain hose and correct it if necessary.
Rear axle bolts may not be tightened correctly
Reported September 2, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/19822 vehicles affected
Rear axle bolts may be incorrectly tightened. Their tightness will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BOLTS ON THE REAR AXLE MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
Defect
The bolts on the rear axle might not be tightened correctly
Remedy
Check the tightening of the bolts on the rear axle on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary
Inerter gas line mounting may not meet specifications
Reported July 21, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/134268 vehicles affected
The argon gas line mounting on the inerter system generator may not meet specifications. It will be checked and reworked if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE MOUNTING OF THE GAS LINE TO THE GAS GENERATOR OF THE INERTER SYSTEM MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
The mounting of an argon gas line to generator of the inerter system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the mounting of the gas line to the gas generator on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
Passenger seat occupant system may be miscalibrated
Reported July 21, 2020Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2019/446225 vehicles affected
The passenger seat occupant classification system may not be calibrated to specification. The passenger seat cushion will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CALIBRATION OF THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM FOR THE PASSENGER SEAT MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION
Defect
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat might not meet the specification.
Remedy
Replace the passenger seat cushion
Water may damage electrical components
Reported July 17, 2020Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 20V4160003,615 vehicles affected
An improperly installed air conditioning drain hose may let water reach electrical components, causing restraint system malfunctions, failure to start, limp-home mode while driving or other feature impairments. Dealers will inspect and correct the hose installation free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. The air conditioning condensation drain hose may not be installed properly. This may allow water to enter the driver and passenger foot wells and the center tunnel area, potentially damaging certain electrical components.
Consequence
Water entering electrical components, can result in malfunctions of the supplemental restraint system (SRS), failure to start, activation of the limp-home mode while driving, and an impairment of other features, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose installation, correcting it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070013.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rearview camera image may be delayed
Reported January 28, 2020Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 20V04600022 vehicles affected
Software may delay the rearview camera image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 and A220 4MATIC vehicles. In certain operating conditions, the rearview camera software may cause a delay in displaying the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence
A delayed rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030018.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Sliding roof glass may not be bonded properly
Reported January 24, 2020Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/4081 vehicle affected
The sliding roof glass panel may not be bonded properly. The glass panel will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE GLASS PANEL OF THE SLIDING ROOF MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BONDED CORRECTLY
Defect
The glass panel of the sliding roof might not have been bonded properly.
Remedy
Replace the glass panel of the panoramic roof on the affected vehicles
Left front seat height adjuster weld may be weak
Reported January 14, 2020Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/371380 vehicles affected
A weld on the left front seat height adjuster may be insufficient. The remedy is to replace the seat's tilt adjuster.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A WELD SEAM ON THE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE LEFT FRONT SEAT MIGHT BE INSUFFICIENTLY WELDED
Defect
A weld seam on the height adjustment of the left front seat might be insufficiently welded
Remedy
Replace the tilt adjuster of the left front seat on the affected vehicles
Front seat belt end fitting may be mounted incorrectly
Reported December 19, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/340605 vehicles affected
A front seat belt may not be mounted correctly. The bolt connection at the belt end fitting will be checked and repaired if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT SEAT BELT END FITTING MAY NOT BE MOUNTED CORRECTLY
Defect
Front seat belt may not be mounted correctly
Remedy
Check the bolt connection on the front seat belt end fitting and repair if necessary.
Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements
Reported November 11, 2019Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2019/2782,140 vehicles affected
The refrigerant in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements. The system will be adapted to use a new refrigerant.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REFRIGERANT USED IN THE AIR CONDITION SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements
Remedy
The air conditioning system will be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant.
Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet legal requirements
Reported November 8, 2019Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2019/3271,248 vehicles affected
The refrigerant in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements. The system will be adapted to use the new refrigerant.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REFRIGERANT IN THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
The air conditioning system will be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant.
Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements
Reported November 7, 2019Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2019/3544,221 vehicles affected
The refrigerant in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements. The system will be adapted to use the new refrigerant.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REFRIGERANT USED IN THE AIR CONDITION SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
Adapt the air conditioning system for usage of the new refrigerant.
Driver airbag may not be bolted to its base plate
Reported November 5, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/3379,380 vehicles affected
The driver airbag module may not be bolted to its base plate. Dealers will check the airbag and replace it if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FOUR LOCKNUTS SECURING THE AIR BAG MIGHT BE MISSING
Defect
Certain driver airbag modules might not be bolted onto the base plate.
Remedy
Check the driver airbag on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Rear right wheel carrier may be out of specification
Reported October 17, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/282246 vehicles affected
The rear right wheel carrier may be outside specification. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REAR RIGHT WHEEL CARRIER MIGHT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUTSIDE SPECIFICATION
Defect
The rear right wheel carrier might have been manufactured outside specification.
Remedy
Check the rear right wheel carrier on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Driver airbag module may not be properly bolted down
Reported September 27, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V6850002,222 vehicles affected
The driver's front airbag module may not be properly bolted down and may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the module and replace it if necessary free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A 220 and A 220 4MATIC, 2020 CLA 250, CLA 250 4 MATIC, GLC 300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC 300 and GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. The driver's side front airbag modules may not have been properly bolted down.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's front airbag, the airbag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver airbag module and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019100001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Spare wheel well protective panel may tear
Reported September 18, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/293326 vehicles affected
The protective panel beneath the spare wheel well may tear. The panel will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE PROTECTIVE TINPLATE UNDERNEATH THE SPARE WHEEL RECESS MIGHT TEAR IN THE OUTER AREAS.
Defect
The protective tinplate underneath the spare wheel recess might tear
Remedy
Replace the protectuve tinplate on the affected vehicles
Radar control unit software may not meet specification
Reported September 18, 2019Model years 2017–2019DVSA recall R/2019/2692,940 vehicles affected
The radar control unit software may not meet specification. The radar sensor control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SOFTWARE OF THE RADAR CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
Defect
; The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.
Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements
Reported September 10, 2019Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2019/22115,032 vehicles affected
The refrigerant in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements. The system will be adapted for use with R1234yf refrigerant.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIR CONDITION SYSTEM REFRIDGERANT DOES NOT MEET REQUIREMENTS
Defect
The refrigerant used in the air condition system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
The air conditioning system to be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant (R1234yf).
Crankshaft surface damage may impair durability
Reported September 6, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/253140 vehicles affected
Surface damage may impair the crankshaft's durability. The engine will be replaced on affected vehicles.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CRANKSHAFT MAY EXHIBIT SURFACE DAMAGES
Defect
The durability of the crankshaft might be impaired.
Remedy
Replace the engine on affected vehicles.
Transmission may not shift into Drive or Reverse
Reported July 30, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/2173,627 vehicles affected
Under certain circumstances, it may not be possible to shift into Drive or Reverse. The transmission control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SOFTWARE OF THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATION.
Defect
Under certain circumstances it might not be possible to shift into Drive or Reverse mode.
Remedy
Update the transmission control unit software of the affected vehicles.
Brake pedal plate may bend
Reported April 18, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V3140001,051 vehicles affected
Improper welding may let the brake pedal plate bend and impair pedal operation, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the weld and replace the pedal as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 and A220 4MATIC vehicles. Due to improper welding, the pedal plate may bend, impairing the operation of the brake pedal.
Consequence
Impaired operation of the brake pedal may increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welding of the brake pedal, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019050002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Control unit reset may cause engine to stall
Reported April 17, 2019Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2019/108345 vehicles affected
A control unit reset may disable the ECO Start-Stop function and cause the vehicle to stall. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A RESET IN THE CPC CONTROL UNIT COULD OCCUR WHILST DRIVING
Defect
The ECO Start-Stop function may be disabled and cause the vehicle to stall.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are to be recalled and the software updated.
High beam may not switch off with the lever
Reported April 10, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/1051,914 vehicles affected
The driver may temporarily be unable to deactivate the high beam using the lever. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE DRIVER MIGHT TEMPORARILY NOT BE ABLE TO DEACTIVATE THE HIGH BEAM WITH THE HIGH BEAM LEVER.
Defect
The driver might temporarily not be able to deactivate the high beam with the high beam lever.
Remedy
The software is to be updated on affected vehicles.
Driver's airbag locknuts may be loose
Reported April 1, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/0976 vehicles affected
One or more locknuts securing the driver's airbag may not be tight enough. The driver's airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LOCKNUTS SECURING THE AIRBAG MIGHT BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED
Defect
One or more of the four locknuts securing the drivers airbag might be insufficiently tightened.
Remedy
Replace the driver airbag of affected vehicles.
Brake hoses may be put under too much tension
Reported March 29, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/0932,476 vehicles affected
Shock absorbers that are too long may put the brake hoses under too much tension. The rear axle shock absorbers and brake hoses will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE HOSE MAY LEAK BRAKE FLUID
Defect
Shock absorbers that are too long may have been installed. As a result the brake hoses may be under too much tension.
Remedy
The rear axle shock absorbers and rear axle brake hoses are to be checked and replaced if necessary.
Starter wiring conductor may be routed incorrectly
Reported March 27, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/07641 vehicles affected
The flat conductor in the starter wiring harness may not be routed to specification. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STARTER WIRING HARNESS FLAT CONDUCTOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ROUTED CORRECTLY
Defect
The flat conductor of the starter wiring harness might not have been routed according to specifications.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the flat conductor will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Dashboard may damage passenger airbag
Reported February 22, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/0212 vehicles affected
The passenger airbag could be damaged as it deploys. The dashboard will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A DESIGNED PERFORATION IN THE DASHBOARD MAY NOT MATCH THE CURRENT SPECIFICATION. THE AIRBAG COULD BE DAMAGED AS IT OPENS
Defect
On the front passenger airbag deployment the airbag could be damaged as it opens.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are to be recalled and the dashboard replaced.
Seat backrest locks may not engage
Reported January 29, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/0037 vehicles affected
The right and/or left seat backrest locks may not be able to lock. They will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LOCKS OF THE RIGHT AND/OR LEFT SEAT BACKREST WILL NOT BE ABLE TO LOCK
Defect
The locks of the right and/or left seat backrest may not be able to lock.
Remedy
The seat backrest locks will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Headlamp control unit coding may be incorrect
Reported October 10, 2018Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2018/250449 vehicles affected
The LED headlamp control units may not match specifications. The left and right headlamp and LED matrix control units will be recoded.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MULTIBEAM LED HEADLAMP CONTROL UNIT CODING MAY NOT CORRESPOND WITH SPECIFICATIONS
Defect
Multi beam LED Headlamp control units may not correspond with the specifications.
Remedy
On affected vehicles recode the control units of the headlamps and LED matrix on the left & right.
Emergency call system software may be incorrect
Reported August 24, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/2039 vehicles affected
The emergency call software may not meet specifications. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
COMMUNICATION MODULE SOFTWARE INCORRECT SPECIFICATION FOR EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM
Defect
Emergency call software not to specification
Remedy
Update software on affected vehicles
Driver's airbag housing may fail during deployment
Reported August 14, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/1682,105 vehicles affected
The driver's airbag housing may fail when the airbag deploys in a crash, reducing its restraint effect and allowing parts to enter the passenger compartment, increasing injury risk. The driver's airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVER'S AIRBAG GAS GENERATOR HOUSING FAILURE DURING DEPLOYMENT
Defect
On affected vehicles it has been determined that drivers airbags with potentially faulty gas generator housing material may have been installed in vehicles of model series 156 176 246 205 238 & 253. If the material of the gas generator housing fails during airbag deployment in the event of a crash the airbag system would possibly no longer have a restraint effect. In addition separating parts could enter the passenger compartment. This could lead to an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the driverï¿½s airbag
Missing welds may weaken front side members
Reported June 29, 2018Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2018/1672 vehicles affected
Missing welds on the front side members could impair crash performance and increase the risk of passenger injury. The welds will be checked and reworked if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MISSING WELDING POINTS AT BOTH FRONT SIDE MEMBERS
Defect
It has been determined that the A-Class 177 might have some missing welding points in the area of both front side members. It is possible that due to a deviation in the internal production process a couple of welding points could not have been set .
Remedy
If these welding points are not present the structural behaviour would be impaired in the event of a crash. In this case an increased risk of injury for the passengers cannot be excluded. As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the welding points and rework if necessary.
Steering wiring fault may deploy the driver's airbag
Reported June 11, 2018Model years 2011–2017DVSA recall R/2018/130471,648 vehicles affected
The steering column clock spring may break, illuminating warning messages and, in extreme cases, causing the driver's airbag to deploy. The steering components will be grounded correctly.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components
Steering components may be insufficiently grounded
Reported May 11, 2018Model years 2011–2017DVSA recall R/2018/098445,974 vehicles affected
Insufficient grounding may cause the steering column clock spring to fail and the driver airbag to deploy unintentionally, risking injury or a collision. A contact bridge will be fitted to provide correct grounding.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING COMPONENTS MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
Defect
It has been determined that the steering airbag electrical components are insufficiently grounded. Failure of the steering column module clock spring could result in an inadvertent deployment of the driver airbag which may cause risk of injury to the driver and an increased risk of a potential collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the manufacturer will fit a contact bridge to the outer race of the steering column top bearing which will provide correct grounding.
Steering column wiring may cause airbag deployment
Reported April 9, 2018Model years 2011–2017DVSA recall R/2018/069402,162 vehicles affected
The steering column clock spring may break, triggering warning messages and, in extreme cases, deploying the driver's airbag. The steering components will be grounded sufficiently.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Windscreen bonding may fail in a collision
Reported February 8, 2018Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2018/02040 vehicles affected
Windscreen bonding at the lower edge may be inadequate and fail in a collision, allowing the windscreen to detach and affecting passenger airbag effectiveness. Dealers will check the bonding and replace the windscreen if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BONDING OF THE WINDSHIELD MAY BE INADEQUATE
Defect
The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.
Steering column wiring fault may deploy airbag
Reported December 18, 2017Model years 2011–2017DVSA recall R/2017/282276,558 vehicles affected
The steering column clock spring may break, causing warning messages and, in extreme cases, deployment of the driver's airbag. The steering components will be grounded sufficiently.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Brake booster vacuum line may fail
Reported June 20, 2017Model years 2011–2013DVSA recall R/2017/17919,148 vehicles affected
The vacuum line connection may fail, cutting vacuum supply to the brake booster. After a few brake applications, more pressure may be needed on the pedal for the appropriate braking effect. The vacuum line will be replaced with a quality-assured component.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VACUUM LINE BRAKE BOOSTER MAY BREAK
Defect
The connection fitting of the vacuum line to the brake booster is not to specification and my not be durable. If the connection fails the brake booster will no longer be supplied with vacuum. After a few brake applications the driver will have to apply additional pressure to the brake pedal to gain the appropriate braking effect.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the vacuum line on the brake booster with a quality assured component.
Front passenger airbag may not deploy fully
Reported June 20, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/1775,170 vehicles affected
The airbag igniter propellant mixture may be out of specification, so the front passenger airbag may fail to deploy or deploy only partly when activated, increasing injury risk. The airbag assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
The propellant mixing ratio in the igniters of the front passenger airbag assembly may not meet specification. If the airbag is required and activated it might not deploy or not completely deploy. This could increase the risk of injury to the occupants.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
Starting current limiter may overheat
Reported June 20, 2017Model years 2014–2017DVSA recall R/2017/096EU Safety Gate A12/1352/17521,108 vehicles affected
After severe engine damage or seizure, repeated attempts to start the engine could overheat the starting current limiter and cause a fire. An additional fuse will be installed in the starter electrical line.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STARTING CURRENT LIMITER MAY OVERLOAD
Defect
Where the car incurs severe engine damage resulting in the engine failing to turn over (engine seizure) and if the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine despite the engine not cranking the very high electrical current could lead to overheating of the starting current limiter and the potential for a fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter.
Clutch weld may fail and cause loss of drive
Reported September 28, 2016Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2016/124114 vehicles affected
A faulty or cracked weld in the clutch may fail, causing limp-home mode or loss of drive and increasing collision risk. Replace the transmission dual clutch.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE MAY STALL
Defect
A potentially faulty weld between the plate carrier and the hub of a clutch could be faulty/cracked and could fail. This can cause limp-home mode to be adopted or all drive to be lost. As a result the risk of a collision is heightened.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the dual clutch of the transmission.
High-pressure fuel lines may crack and leak
Reported January 21, 2016Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2015/25911,943 vehicles affected
Fuel lines may crack over time and leak; escaping fuel near an ignition source could cause a fire. The high-pressure fuel lines will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
RISK OF FIRE
Defect
The high pressure fuel lines have not been manufactured to the correct specification which over time can lead to crack formation and fuel leaking. Fuel escaping in the presence of an ignition source could lead to fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high pressure fuel lines.
Exhaust camshaft may break and damage engine
Reported November 19, 2015Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2015/2102,765 vehicles affected
An incorrectly manufactured camshaft could break and damage the engine, causing sudden loss of drive and increasing collision risk. The exhaust camshaft will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY FAIL
Defect
The camshaft could break and damage the engine due to it not being manufactured to the correct specification. If the condition occurs it will lead to a sudden loss of drive thereby increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust camshaft.
Passenger airbag may not deploy in a crash
Reported August 12, 2015Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2015/1454,112 vehicles affected
Incorrectly fitted fuses may affect passenger seat occupancy recognition and prevent the passenger airbag from deploying in certain conditions. The fuses will be checked and the fuse box replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
Defect
Certain fuses in the passenger's footwell may not have been fitted correctly. This may adversely affect the instrument cluster windscreen wipers and the passenger seat occupancy recognition system. In certain conditions this may cause the passenger's air bag not to deploy in an accident.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check fuses and if necessary replace fuse box.
Drive shaft may separate from the wheel hub
Reported July 14, 2015Model years 2011–2013DVSA recall R/2015/09911,670 vehicles affected
The drive shaft may separate from the outer joint hub, possibly stopping the vehicle. Steering and braking remain available. The snap rings and outboard boots on both sides will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE
Defect
The drive shaft and the hub of the outer joint may separate. In very rare cases it cannot be excluded that the vehicle stops. The steering and braking system remain fully available to the driver.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the snap ring both sides together with the respective outboard boots on the affected vehicles.
Chain tensioner seal may leak oil
Reported January 16, 2015Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/182555,048 vehicles affected
A seal that does not meet specification may leak oil and contaminate the environment; excessive oil loss may damage the engine. The chain tensioner sealing ring will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
OIL MAY LEAK
Defect
On certain diesel engines the 'O' ring may not have been produced to the correct specification. This may allow oil to leak and contaminate the environment. If excessive oil is lost engine damage may occur.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the chain tensioner sealing ring.
Seat backrest side cover may come loose
Reported October 4, 2013Model years 2013DVSA recall R/2013/10059 vehicles affected
In a side impact below freezing, a side cover on the backrest may come loose and cause injury. The side cover will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVER AND PASSENGER BACKREST MAY BECOME INSECURE
Defect
On certain models fitted with the AMG seats it is possible that if the vehicle is involved in a side impact during very cold conditions below freezing the side cover for the back-rest member could become loose and cause injury.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the side cover with new replacement item.
Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended
Reported May 30, 2013Model years 2012DVSA recall R/2013/053111 vehicles affected
An incorrectly made fracture point in the instrument panel may prevent the front passenger airbag from unfolding as intended in a serious frontal crash, reducing its protection. Dealers will check and replace the instrument panel if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY IN A COLLSION
Defect
The laser perforation of the instrument panel (i.e. the predetermined fracture point intended for the unfolding of an airbag from the inside) for the front passenger airbag may not have been performed correctly. If this is the case in the event of a serious frontal collision during which the triggering threshold of the front passenger airbag is reached it is possible that this may not unfold as intended and correspondingly not offer its full protective potential.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the instrument panel.
Transmission clutch may go out of tolerance
Reported May 18, 2012Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2012/063102 vehicles affected
A gearbox clutch connection may go out of tolerance, causing chattering, a warning message and symptoms like clutch slip. The transmission belt will be checked and the transmission replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
TRANSMISSION MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
Defect
A frictional connection (clutch within the gearbox) may go out of tolerance and produce a chattering noise. This will be followed by a warning message appearing in the instrument cluster and symptoms similar to a slipping clutch.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the thrust link belt of the continuously variable transmission. Where necessary the transmission will be replaced.
Fuel tank vent pipe may cause a fuel leak
Reported September 30, 2010DVSA recall R/2010/123294 vehicles affected
An out-of-specification fuel tank vent pipe can allow fuel into the charcoal canister and, over time, cause a fuel leak. The fuel tank will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK
Defect
It is possible on some fuel tanks that the vent pipe is not to specification. This can lead to a small leak into the charcoal canister and if not rectified can over a period of time result in a fuel leak.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank.
Incorrect control unit software may affect engine shut-off
Reported November 10, 2008Model years 2004–2008DVSA recall R/2008/147504 vehicles affected
Incorrect control unit software may affect emergency engine shut-off, the onboard diagnosis system, or the tank or speedometer signal. Replace the SAM control unit.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE EMERGENCY SHUT OFF ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS OR TANK/SPEEDO SIGNAL MAY BE AFFECTED
Defect
Possibility of transfer of incorrect control unit software which could affect engine shut off control in an emergency situation or the on board diagnosis system or tank/speedometer signal
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace SAM control unit
Seat belt buckle may detach
Reported October 14, 2008DVSA recall R/2008/126388 vehicles affected
Seat belt locking pawls may break in a crash, potentially causing the buckle to detach. The seat belt batch number will be checked and the belt replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELT BUCKLE COULD DETACH.
Defect
Seat belt locking pawls may break in the event of an accident which in the most unfavourable circumstances may lead to the seat belt buckle detaching
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the seat belt batch number and replace the seat belt where necessary.
Wiper arm may fracture
Reported December 19, 2005DVSA recall R/2005/14016,202 vehicles affected
A notch formed during manufacture may cause a wiper arm to fracture. The arm will be inspected and replaced if affected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WIPER ARM MAY FRACTURE
Defect
It has been identified that during the manufacturing process a notch may have been formed on the wiper arm which in extreme cases can cause the arm to fracture.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the wiper arm inspected and replaced if found to be suffering from this defect.
Brake master cylinder may increase stopping distance
Reported April 28, 2001Model years 2000DVSA recall R/2010/152563 vehicles affected
Below 0 degrees Celsius, an internal issue with the brake master cylinder may increase brake travel and stopping distances. The brake master cylinder will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM TO SPECIFICATION
Defect
Due to an internal issue with the brake master cylinder it is possible that when the vehicle is operated at ambient temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius there maybe an increase in brake travel which may increase stopping distances.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the brake master cylinder.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Door lock may fail to engage automatic parking brake

Wheel bolts may loosen and detach

Door release cable may be incorrectly mounted

Rear brake hoses may be the wrong length

Steering software backup may fail

Sunroof panel may not be bonded correctly

Rear brake pad inspection gauge may be missing

Headlights may be incorrectly adjusted

Tyres may not meet load requirements

Front axle carrier corrosion protection may not last

Engine control software may not meet local requirements

SIM card software may disable emergency calls

Rearview camera image may not display

Brake caliper housing bolts may be undertightened

Fuel rail particle may cause a leak

Adhesive may contaminate power steering connection

Left door lock pawl spring may lack grease

High-voltage battery housing may corrode

Front axle carrier may corrode and fail

Diesel engine control unit software needs an update

Engine management calibration needs updating

Fuel rail may leak

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Nitrogen oxide emissions may exceed requirements

Roof panel may not be bonded correctly

Driver airbag propellant may change over time

Driver airbag propellant may change over time

Steering shaft universal joint bore may be out of specification

Side crash sensor bolts may not meet specifications

LED headlights may be incorrectly adjusted

Multimedia software may disable rearview camera display

Emergency call system may not behave as specified

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Emergency call system may not work as specified

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Emergency call system may not work to specification

Emergency call system may not behave as specified

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Emergency call system may not meet specifications

Spark plugs may not meet specifications

Communication module software may not meet specifications

Communication module may be deactivated

Rear right ISOFIX bracket may be missing

Emergency call system may send incorrect location

Right rear child seat anchor bar may be missing

Dual clutch transmission oil level may be incorrect

Dual-clutch transmission oil level may be incorrect

Tire information labels may be missing

Control unit box screw connection may be incorrect

Engine control unit electrical contact may be faulty

Air conditioning may contain the wrong refrigerant

Turbocharger oil supply line may leak

Emergency call system software may not meet specifications

Air conditioning drain hose may be misinstalled

Rear axle bolts may not be tightened correctly

Inerter gas line mounting may not meet specifications

Passenger seat occupant system may be miscalibrated

Water may damage electrical components

Rearview camera image may be delayed

Sliding roof glass may not be bonded properly

Left front seat height adjuster weld may be weak

Front seat belt end fitting may be mounted incorrectly

Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements

Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet legal requirements

Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements

Driver airbag may not be bolted to its base plate

Rear right wheel carrier may be out of specification

Driver airbag module may not be properly bolted down

Spare wheel well protective panel may tear

Radar control unit software may not meet specification

Air conditioning refrigerant does not meet requirements

Crankshaft surface damage may impair durability

Transmission may not shift into Drive or Reverse

Brake pedal plate may bend

Control unit reset may cause engine to stall

High beam may not switch off with the lever

Driver's airbag locknuts may be loose

Brake hoses may be put under too much tension