Mercedes-Benz CLA(118), A Class, GLA recall: Locking pawl spring of the left hand side door locks might not be greased correctly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Conduct greasing of the locking pawl spring on the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
Conduct greasing of the locking pawl spring on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA(118) | 19 Jan 2020 | 3 Feb 2021 | 2,829 |
| A Class | 19 Jan 2020 | 3 Feb 2021 | 2,829 |
| GLA | 19 Jan 2020 | 3 Feb 2021 | 2,829 |
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 14 January 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.