Safety Recall: Mercedes-Benz Passenger Car (Mercedes-Benz A200d and others) – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 29, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000035426
Product: Passenger Car (Mercedes-Benz A200d and others)
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Hazards: Safety Risk
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

Mercedes-Benz Japan has announced a recall for certain A200d and other passenger car models due to a defect in the interior door handle cable fixing point. The issue may cause the door to open unexpectedly while driving, posing a safety risk to occupants and other road users.

This recall is registered with the Consumer Affairs Agency under ID 00000035426 and references the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The defect affects the mechanical connection between the door handle and the latch mechanism, which could lead to sudden door opening.

Affected vehicle owners should take the following steps:

• Check if your vehicle is included by contacting an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or checking the MLIT recall database.
• Schedule a free repair at a Mercedes-Benz service center to have the door handle cable fixing point inspected and reinforced.
• Do not delay the repair, as the defect may worsen over time and increase the risk of door opening while the vehicle is in motion.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

Recall notice issued by the Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) under management number 00000035426. The defect involves improper fixation of the interior door handle cable, which may cause the door to open unexpectedly. The recall was initiated on 2026/05/14. Reference is made to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT).

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