NHTSA Recall 21V102000: Air bags: frontal
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36 vehicles. It affects 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V102000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021020037 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | February 22, 2021 |
| Owner notification | March 26, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain GLA250 vehicles. The ground connection for the front passenger air bag may not be mounted properly, which could result in an inadvertent deployment.
Safety risk
Inadvertent air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury for an occupant in the front passenger seat, and increase the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ground connection for the passenger air bag and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020037.
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 21V102000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 2021 |
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.