2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Recall: Ground connection for the front passenger air bag may not be mounted…
NHTSA campaign 21V102000 · Air Bags · filed Feb 22, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The 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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | GLA 250 | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V102000 (manufacturer number 2021020037). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.