Recall 21V033000: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 29, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 4
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLA 250 vehicles. The power supply for the automatic transmission control unit might be interrupted while driving, possibly causing the transmission to shift into neutral.
The risk
If the transmission shifts into neutral while driving, there would be loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission control unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020038.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V033000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2021020038
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 19, 2021
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain); Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology