# NHTSA recall 26V134000

> **Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC** · 2026 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 · component: **LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH**

## Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.

## Consequence

A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.

## Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 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 March 13, 2026.

## Key facts

- **Campaign number:** 26V134000
- **Manufacturer:** Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- **Make:** MERCEDES-BENZ
- **Model:** GLA 250
- **Model year:** 2026
- **Component:** LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- **Report received:** 2026-03-06

## Primary source

NHTSA recall lookup: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V134000

## Citation

> US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, recall campaign 26V134000 (Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, 2026 MERCEDES-BENZ). Retrieved via MORVS 2026-10-31 from https://api.morvs.ai/nhtsa-recall/26V134000. Licensed CC0.

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