Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles for Door Lock Micro-Switch Issue
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Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling 310,667 vehicles because a corroding micro-switch in the driver's door lock may prevent the electronic parking brake from engaging, risking vehicle rollaway.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain vehicles because the micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door. This prevents the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically, which may result in a vehicle rollaway.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Specific models include the AMG CLA45, GLB 250, GLA 250 4MATIC, GLC 300, C 300, A 220 4MATIC, AMG CLE53 4MATIC+, CLE 300 4MATIC CABRIOLET, AMG CLA35, AMG GLB35, AMG GLA35, AMG A35, AMG GLC43 4MATIC, and others listed in the NHTSA report. A total of 310,667 units are affected.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the driver's door lock free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 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 July 31, 2026.
Why This Matters
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V481000 - Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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