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NHTSA Recall 19V131000: Exterior lighting and tail lights (exterior lighting)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250.

12
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (April 5)
NHTSA campaign19V131000
Manufacturer campaign2019030009
ComponentsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS
Report receivedFebruary 26, 2019
Owner notificationApril 5, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 CLA250 and CLA250 4MATIC vehicles. The tail lights and the side marker lights may flicker or fail, affecting the vehicle's visibility.

Safety risk

Reduced visibility increases the risk of crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected light bulb sockets, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030009.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 19V131000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz CLA 2502018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.