Mercedes-Benz CLA, GLB Recall R/2026/315: Electric Drive Unit Power Electronics, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 25 Aug 2026
- Launched
- 4
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2608 / 0892016
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled CLA, GLB vehicles built between 26 March 2025 and 2 March 2026. Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that in certain CLA (174 platform) and GLB (244 platform) vehicles the circuit board for the power electronics of the rear electric drive unit might not meet the specifications. The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that in certain CLA (174 platform) and GLB (244 platform) vehicles the circuit board for the power electronics of the rear electric drive unit might not meet the specifications.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SRPC-2608 Electric drive unit power electronics Defect: Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that in certain CLA (174 platform) and GLB (244 platform) vehicles the circuit board for the power electronics of the rear electric drive unit might not meet the specifications. Remedy: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: electric drive unit power electronics.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the rear axle.
Are You Affected?
CLA, GLB built between 26 March 2025 and 2 March 2026 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 4 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC2608 / 0892016 or the DVSA reference R/2026/315. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA, GLBSoftware version of communication module | Low | R/2026/203 | |
| CLABolting of front seats and belt buckles | Urgent | R/2025/533 | |
| CLAVariant of 48V wiring harness | Urgent | R/2025/556 | |
| CLAComposition of window-airbag fabric | Urgent | R/2025/462 | |
| CLASoftware of driving assistance system | Low | R/2025/461 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2026/201 on 23 Jun 2026, for coolant pump control software. The one launched after it was R/2026/326 on 14 Sep 2026, for installation of the heat shield. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2026.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/315, launched 25 August 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.