Recall 19V132 affects 8 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 vehicles for a covered center top-tether anchor. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 8 2018-2019 Gla 250 vehicles because the rear seat back covering carpet can block the center top tether anchor for a child seat. If that anchor is covered, a child seat cannot be secured as intended in the center rear seat, increasing injury risk in a crash; Mercedes-Benz dealers will correct the covering free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear seat back covering on the 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 is the carpeted trim on the back of the split rear seat. The center child-seat top tether anchorage sits behind that trim and gives a forward-facing child seat an upper attachment point. That tether helps hold the child seat in the correct position during normal use and in a crash.
On affected vehicles, the wrong rear seat back covering was installed during production. The incorrect covering does not have the opening needed to reach the center top tether anchorage. As a result, the anchorage is hidden under the carpeted cover and is not available for use, which means the vehicle does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225 for child restraint anchorage systems.
The warning sign is visible when you try to install a child seat in the center rear position. If the center top tether anchorage is covered or inaccessible, that is the issue.
Who's affected?
The same seat assembly component appears for both model years.
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 SUV is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the center child-seat anchorage is covered, a child seat cannot be secured as intended in the rear center position, increasing injury risk in a crash. If that anchorage is inaccessible, use another approved seating position until the dealer checks the rear seat back carpet. Repair is free at any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the free rear-seat carpet check and replacement that keeps the center child-seat top tether accessible.
- Bring the recall notice if Mercedes-Benz mailed one. Reference recall number 19V132 and Mercedes-Benz recall 2019030003 when you call.
- Avoid installing a child seat in the center rear position until the dealer confirms the top tether is accessible.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mercedes-Benz technician checks the rear seat back covering carpet on the split rear seat. If the wrong carpet blocks access to the center rear top tether anchor, the technician replaces the covering carpet. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because Mercedes-Benz handled this campaign through warranty coverage. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 26, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 22, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 22, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 29, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 29, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 6, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V132?
Recall 19V132 covers 8 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 vehicles with the wrong rear seat back carpet installed. The carpet can cover the center rear top tether anchor for a child seat. Mercedes-Benz dealers will inspect the carpet and replace it for free if needed.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V132. If it is, contact a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule the rear seat back carpet inspection. Reference recall number 19V132 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance defects at no cost. Mercedes-Benz dealers will check the rear seat back covering carpet and replace it if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the center rear top tether anchor for a child seat can be covered by the wrong carpet. If that anchor is inaccessible, a child seat cannot be secured as intended in the center rear seat, increasing injury risk in a crash.
What if I bought my Mercedes-Benz Gla 250 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Gla 250 is included, then call a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer and reference recall number 19V132.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V132000 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz customer service | 1-800-367-6372 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V132 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V132000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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