Mercedes-Benz CLA and GLB recall: SRPC-2608 Electric drive unit power electronics
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA | 29 Oct 2025 | 2 Mar 2026 | 3 |
| GLB | 26 Mar 2025 | 26 Mar 2025 | 1 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 25 August 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.