MERCEDES-BENZ 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250 vehicles due to air bags:sensor:occupant classification issues. In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC, and 2017-2018 CLA45 AMG vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may have been improperly calibrated, which may prevent the proper deployment of the front passenger air bag.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a crash, if the air bag does not deploy as designed, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of an injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060012.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026