Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Front Passenger Seat Belt May Not Fasten (26V278000)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Front Passenger Seat Belt May Not Fasten (26V278000). Its units affected of 15 is below the median of 533 (11th percentile). Dated 188 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 35/100. As of 2026-11-04, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
Data as of · Compiled by Zalwin from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
units affected: 15 · 11th percentile of 875 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 0.0x the median
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Subject | Front Passenger Seat Belt May Not Fasten |
| NHTSA ID | 26V278000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Units potentially affected | 15 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 CLA 350 4MATIC (EV) and CLA 250+ (EV) vehicles. The front passenger seat belt retractor may have been manufactured with a defect that prevents the deactivation of the child seat safety function (Automatic Locking Retractor). As a result, the seat belt may remain in a locked position and cannot be extended. |
| Consequence | A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 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 May 8, 2026. |
| units affected percentile | 11th of 875 (median 533, 0.0x median) |
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- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2026-05-01
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-04
- Refunds on request within 14 days
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LIVE PUBLIC DATA Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov · Last refreshed: Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:12:01 GMT
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Peer benchmark and outreach value: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and 786 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 786
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC's units affected: 11th percentile of 875 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $157,200 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
35 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- Safety-critical component (seat belts).
- 15 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 26V278000: Front Passenger Seat Belt May Not Fasten, 15 units.
How does Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
Its units affected of 15 is below the median (11th percentile); smaller records often move faster and face less competition. It is 188 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting. Its Recall Urgency Score of 35/100 is modest; treat it as background rather than a priority.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC | Vehicle | 15 | 11th | 2026-05-01 |
| Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | Vehicle | 65 | 25th | 2026-08-24 |
| PACCAR Incorporated | Vehicle | 310 | 44th | 2026-10-14 |
| Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC | Vehicle | 371 | 45th | 2026-09-24 |
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