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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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73 recalls matched to this model
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  • Recalls since 1992 73 launched 2014 to 2026
  • Most recent 25 August 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/315
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 62 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2021 17 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

Not every Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2014 to 2026

2021 had the most, with 17. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’14 2
’15 5
’16 5
’17 8
’18 4
’19 8
’20 6
’21 17
’22 5
’23 1
’24 2
’25 6
’26 4

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class recall, newest first

2026 4 recalls

Electric drive unit power electronics

Launched 25 August 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/315 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2608 / 0892016

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that in certain CLA (174 platform) and GLB (244 platform) vehicles the circuit board for the power electronics of the rear electric drive unit might not meet the specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the power electronics of the rear electric drive unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
3 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
29 Oct 2025 to 2 Mar 2026
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Software version of communication module

Launched 5 June 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/203 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2606 / 5496806

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) and GLB (244 platform) vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet the intended specification.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
5 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
27 May 2025 to 14 Jan 2026
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Bolting of front seats and belt buckles

Launched 6 January 2026 DVSA recall R/2025/533 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2520/9190024

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the bolting of the front seats and/or belt buckles might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will rework the front seat and belt buckle bolting on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
22 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
23 May 2025 to 30 Jul 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2523 - Variant of 48V Wiring Harness

Launched 5 January 2026 DVSA recall R/2025/556 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2523 / 1595005

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (178 platform) vehicles with 4-cylinder gasoline engine the 48V wiring harness might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the wiring harness on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
82 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
25 Nov 2025 to 17 Dec 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2025 6 recalls

Composition of window-airbag fabric

Launched 10 December 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/462 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2519/9192113

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the composition of the window-airbag fabric might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the window-airbags on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
16 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
6 Aug 2025 to 11 Aug 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2517 - Software of driving assistance system

Launched 10 December 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/461 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2517 / 5496603

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the software of the driving assistance system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the driving assistance system on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
649 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
12 May 2025 to 20 Sept 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2518 - Routing of window-airbag wiring harness

Launched 10 December 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/460 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2518 / 9193004

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the routing of a window-airbag wiring harness in the area of the D-pillar might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the routing of the wiring harness on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
109 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
14 May 2025 to 24 Oct 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2516 - Mechanics of the seat belt buckle

Launched 10 December 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/459 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2516 / 9190319

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the belt buckles of the driver and passenger seats might not meet specifications respectively.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the seat belt buckles on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
349 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
15 Jan 2025 to 6 Sept 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2514 - Driving Assistance System Software

Launched 6 October 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/408 Manufacturer ref. MBUK Reference: SRPC2514 MBAG: Reference: 5496601

Defect
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain CLA (174 platform) vehicles the software of the driving assistance system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the driving assistance system on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
19 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
26 May 2025 to 21 Jul 2025
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

SRPC2503 - Variant of rear axle brake hose

Launched 16 April 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2503 / 4290102

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.
Vehicles affected
254 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
27 Feb 2024 to 14 Mar 2024
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2024 2 recalls

SRPC2404 – Backup function of steering software

Launched 6 May 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/166 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2404 /5499117

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.
Vehicles affected
52,400 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
28 Nov 2018 to 31 Jan 2024
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

On affected vehicles the panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof might not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair.

Launched 7 February 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/024 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2344/7790004

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.
Vehicles affected
45 across everything the recall covers
Built
17 Apr 2013 to 4 Aug 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”

2023 1 recall

On affected vehicles the tyres might not meet specification resulting in a leak and possible sudden loss of air pressure.

Launched 20 April 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/116 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2308 / 4092214

Defect
On affected vehicles the tyres might not meet specification resulting in a leak and possible sudden loss of air pressure.
Remedy
Replace the tyres.
Vehicles affected
1 CLA-Class vehicle
Built
2 Dec 2022
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

2022 5 recalls

Bowden cables with an insufficient length may have been installed in the front doors

Launched 2 August 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/195 Manufacturer ref. SRV2229

Defect
Bowden cables with an insufficient length might have been installed in the front doors
Remedy
Check the bowden cables of the front doors on the affected vehicles and replace if necessary.
Vehicles affected
12 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
7 Mar 2022 to 16 Mar 2022
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

Bolting on brake caliper housing might not meet specifications

Launched 24 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/062 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2211

Defect
The bolting on the brake caliper housing might not meet torque specifications.
Remedy
Check and if necessary rework the bolting of the brake caliper housings on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
17 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Dec 2019 to 24 Nov 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the injector

Launched 24 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/061 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2165

Defect
A particle in the fuel rail might lead to a leak between the fuel rail and the fuel injector.
Remedy
Replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
26 across everything the recall covers
Built
17 Jul 2018 to 12 Sept 2019
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

Power supply connection of power steering might have been contaminated with adhesive

Launched 28 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/444 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2167

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.
Vehicles affected
113 across everything the recall covers
Built
25 Jun 2020 to 8 Jul 2020
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

Locking pawl spring of the left hand side door locks might not be greased correctly

Launched 14 January 2022 DVSA recall R/2021/437 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2164

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.
Vehicles affected
2,829 across everything the recall covers
Built
19 Jan 2020 to 3 Feb 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

2021 17 recalls

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2126

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.
Vehicles affected
21 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 1 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/106 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2112

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.
Vehicles affected
23 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 29 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/376 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2152

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.
Vehicles affected
50,390 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”, “CLA(117)”

Vehicles with a panoramic sunroofthe polycarbonate panel may not have been bonded correctly during a prior service repair

Launched 20 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/274 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2108

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.
Vehicles affected
61 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jul 2013 to 29 Oct 2019
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”

A bore in the universal joint on the steering shaft might not meet specifications

Launched 21 July 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/202 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2119

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.
Vehicles affected
13,707 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Nov 2016 to 28 Feb 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”

The bolting of a side crash sensor might not meet specifications

Launched 15 July 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/246 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2135

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.
Vehicles affected
19 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2019 to 9 May 2019
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/110 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2102

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.
Vehicles affected
108,971 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 11 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2115

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.
Vehicles affected
86,604 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”, “CLA(118)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 10 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/111 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2111

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.
Vehicles affected
90,716 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”, “CLA”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2122

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.
Vehicles affected
162,581 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(117)”, “CLA(118)”

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/133 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2123

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.
Vehicles affected
106,665 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”, “CLA(117)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/132 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2124

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.
Vehicles affected
10,410 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”, “CLA(117)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2125

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.
Vehicles affected
81,267 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”, “CLA(117)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/128 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2128

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.
Vehicles affected
7 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“CLA(118)”

The variant of spark plugs installed may not meet specifications

Launched 15 April 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/084 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2106

Defect
The variant of spark plugs installed may not meet specifications.
Remedy
Replace the spark plugs on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
7 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 Sept 2019 to 24 Aug 2020
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The communication module may be deactivated

Launched 30 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/082 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2103

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.
Vehicles affected
24 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The right handle for attaching the child seat to the ISOFIX bracket may be missing on the rear right seat

Launched 18 February 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/030 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2100

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.
Vehicles affected
543 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jul 2020 to 10 Sept 2020
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2020 6 recalls

An electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification

Launched 27 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/277 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2033

Defect
An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
37 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Dec 2019 to 9 Jan 2020
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

VEHICLES MAY BE FILLED WITH THE REFRIGERANT R-134a INSTEAD OF R-1234yf

Launched 13 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/237 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2028

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.
Vehicles affected
30 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Oct 2019 to 12 Nov 2019
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The oil supply line of the turbocharger may leak

Launched 12 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/262 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2031

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
Vehicles affected
1,074 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 Oct 2019 to 26 Jun 2020
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/236 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2030

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
Vehicles affected
3,127 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Sept 2018
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The mounting of the gas line to the gas generator of the inerter system may not meet specifications

Launched 21 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2016

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.
Vehicles affected
134 across everything the recall covers
Built
6 May 2019 to 10 May 2019
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat may not meet the specification

Launched 21 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/446 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1961

Defect
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat might not meet the specification.
Remedy
Replace the passenger seat cushion
Vehicles affected
75 across everything the recall covers
Built
29 Apr 2015 to 2 Nov 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2019 8 recalls

The refrigerant used in the air condition system does not meet legal requirements

Launched 7 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/354 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1941

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.
Vehicles affected
1,407 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system may not meet legal requirements

Launched 5 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/348 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1949

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.
Vehicles affected
58 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The four locknuts securing the air bag might be missing

Launched 5 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/337 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1947

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.
Vehicles affected
2,345 across everything the recall covers
Built
9 Aug 2018 to 17 Sept 2019
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The refrigerant used in the air condition system does not meet legal requirements

Launched 1 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/347 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1948

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.
Vehicles affected
432 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The software of the radar control unit may not meet specification

Launched 18 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/269 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1926

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.
Vehicles affected
294 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2017 to 31 Jul 2019
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The software of the transmission control unit might not meet specification.

Launched 30 July 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/217 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1919

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.
Vehicles affected
1,209 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 2018 to 28 Feb 2019
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The electrical contact of the tail lamps might be impaired

Launched 8 May 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/101 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1909

Defect
The electrical contact of the tail lamps might be impaired.
Remedy
The bulb sockets of the affected vehicles are to be replaced.
Vehicles affected
1 CLA-Class vehicle
Built
1 Feb 2018 to 28 Feb 2018
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

The calibration of the front passenger seat occupant clasification system may not correspond to specifications

Launched 27 February 2019 DVSA recall R/2018/349 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1847

Defect
Incorrect calibration of the front passenger occupant classification system.
Remedy
Replace the seat cushion of the front passenger seat.
Vehicles affected
163 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2018 4 recalls

Doors on left vehicle side (passenger side) remain permanently locked after the vehicle has been locked/unlocked with the remote control key

Launched 19 November 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/268 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1839

Defect
Possible inability to open the left hand door externally or internally.
Remedy
Replace the affected door locks on the left side of the vehicle.
Vehicles affected
5,030 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Oct 2017 to 30 Apr 2018
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 June 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1815

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
Vehicles affected
78,608 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Steering components may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 May 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/098 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1812

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.
Vehicles affected
74,329 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 9 April 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/069 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1809

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.
Vehicles affected
67,027 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2017 8 recalls

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 18 December 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/282 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1800

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.
Vehicles affected
46,093 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Vacuum line brake booster may break

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/179 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1722

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.
Vehicles affected
4,787 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2011 to 30 Apr 2013
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Airbag may not deploy correctly

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/177 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1721

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.
Vehicles affected
1,034 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Right window airbag may fail to deploy as intended

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/162 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1718

Defect
The right widow airbag may not meet specification. As a result it may not deploy in the event of an accident.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the right window air bag.
Vehicles affected
17 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Left window airbag may not deploy as intended

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/161 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1719

Defect
The left widow airbag may not meet specification. As a result it may not deploy in the event of an accident.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the left window air bag.
Vehicles affected
15 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2016 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Left and right window airbags may fail to deploy as intended

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/160 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1720

Defect
The left and right widow airbags may not meet specification. As a result they may not deploy in the event of an accident.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the left and right window air bags.
Vehicles affected
1 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“CLA/GLA”

Starting current limiter may overload

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/096 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1708

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.
Vehicles affected
74,444 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2014 to 28 Feb 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Faulty control unit may cause vehicle to perform outside specification

Launched 19 April 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1709

Defect
Where a control unit coding was updated in a workshop between 3 December 2016 and 5 December 2016 the coding may not correspond to the specification and may trigger unplanned action in the vehicle. The safety and emissions systems may not react as design intent.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software in the corresponding control units.
Vehicles affected
42 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2004 to 31 Mar 2017
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2016 5 recalls

Rear seat backrest may collapse in a collision

Launched 14 December 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/271 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1626

Defect
It has been identified on the CLA Shooting Brake models with load compartment package the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket threaded connection may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. If the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision and the rear seat back-rest is subjected to heavy loadings from heavy items moving in the truck then the retaining bracket can work loose and allow the rear seat back-rest to collapse and possible cause an injury to any occupants.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicle and replace the rear seat back-rest retaining bracket mounting bolts.
Vehicles affected
1 CLA-Class vehicle
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Vehicle may stall

Launched 28 September 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/124 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1613

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.
Vehicles affected
38 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Oct 2015 to 30 Nov 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Possible loss of power steering assistance

Launched 22 April 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/088 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1608

Defect
The torque sensor of the electric power steering assistance may be damaged which can adversely affected the tightness of the housing and allow water ingress. The defect could lead to failure of the torque sensor and consequently shut off the steering power assistance and lead to an elevated risk of collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicle that is likely to be affected and replace the electric power steering.
Vehicles affected
1 CLA-Class vehicle
Built
Build dates not given
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Risk of fire

Launched 22 April 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/085 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1607

Defect
The mounting nut for the battery ground line at the body may not have been tightened correctly. If the connection is loose there could be sparks and localised heating which increases the risk of fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check and rework the threaded connection as necessary.
Vehicles affected
4 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
2 Sept 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Risk of fire

Launched 21 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/259 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1600

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.
Vehicles affected
1,327 across everything the recall covers
Built
28 Oct 2015 to 19 Nov 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2015 5 recalls

Engine may fail

Launched 19 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/210 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1515

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.
Vehicles affected
395 across everything the recall covers
Built
16 Jul 2015 to 11 Sept 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Engine may fail

Launched 19 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/208 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1513

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 intake camshaft.
Vehicles affected
14 across everything the recall covers
Built
16 Jul 2015 to 11 Sept 2015
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Front passenger airbag may not deploy

Launched 12 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/145 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1507

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.
Vehicles affected
1,028 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Sept 2014 to 7 Nov 2014
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Possibility of loss of drive

Launched 14 July 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/099 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1504

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.
Vehicles affected
3,890 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2011 to 30 Jun 2013
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Oil may leak

Launched 16 January 2015 DVSA recall R/2014/182 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1500

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.
Vehicles affected
61,672 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2014 to 30 Nov 2014
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

2014 2 recalls

Seat belt anchorate and window bags may not perform correctly

Launched 7 July 2014 DVSA recall R/2014/076 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1401

Defect
On affected vehicles individual threaded seat belt connections may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This may affect the anchoring of seat belts window bags and ground points. The manufacturer cannot completely rule out that the affected components may not fulfil their designated functions as the seat belt anchorage points may not be fully secure. It is also possible that this may cause erroneous messages to appear in the instrument cluster
Remedy
Recall vehicles and check torque settings on affected threaded connections. Correct where necessary
Vehicles affected
7 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
1 May 2014 to 31 May 2014
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Seatbelt anchorage point may not be secure

Launched 7 July 2014 DVSA recall R/2014/075 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1400

Defect
On affected vehicles individual threaded seat belt connections may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This may affect the anchoring of seat belts window bags and ground points. The manufacturer cannot completely rule out that the affected components may not fulfil their designated functions as the seat belt anchorage points may not be fully secure. It is also possible that this may cause erroneous messages to appear in the instrument cluster
Remedy
Recall vehicles and check torque settings on affected threaded connections. Correct where necessary.
Vehicles affected
2 CLA-Class vehicles
Built
1 May 2014 to 31 May 2014
DVSA lists it as
“CLA”

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 73 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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