CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect that the door is open. As a result, the electronic parking brake or Auto-Park feature may not engage automatically, so the vehicle can roll away while parked.
A rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury to the driver, passengers, pedestrians, or people nearby.
Authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the driver's door lock free of charge. The repair is being done in phases by model and model year, and owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, and check your VIN on NHTSA.gov for open recalls starting July 31, 2026.
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