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Mercedes-Benz A Class recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle 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.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • A Class

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 15/04/2025 – 20/09/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • SRPC2601 / 7296003

What to do now

Some Mercedes-Benz A Class are affected by a safety recall.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/098). Quoted as issued.

Summary

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.

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.

Models

A Class

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Questions

Why are Mercedes-Benz A Class being recalled?

Some Mercedes-Benz A Class are affected by a safety recall. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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