New Car Recalls This Week: April 27 to May 3, 2026
4 recalls · 323,776 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 4 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between April 27, 2026 and May 3, 2026, covering 323,776 vehicles. The most serious: 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Seat Fastener Recall (26V268).
Which cars were recalled the week of April 27, 2026?
- 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Seat Fastener Recall (26V268) Repeat recall
April 28, 2026 · 179,698 vehiclesVehicles: 2024-2026 Ford Bronco; 2024-2026 Ford Ranger
The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Risk: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4MATIC Cabriolet Instrument Cluster Recall (26V281)
May 1, 2026 · 144,049 vehiclesVehicles: 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4MATIC; 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S E 4MATIC+; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S E Performance 4MATIC+; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4MATIC Cabriolet; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4MATIC Coupe; 2024-2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4MATIC+; 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLE53 4MATIC+ Cabriolet; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 4MATIC+; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 4MATIC+ Wagon; 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 E 4MATIC+; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43; 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4MATIC Coupe; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 Coupe; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S E 4MATIC+ Coupe; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 4MATIC+; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 4MATIC+; 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 S E Performance 4MATIC+; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC; 2024-2025 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4MATIC; 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4MATIC Cabriolet; 2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4MATIC Coupe; 2024-2025 Mercedes-Benz Cle 450 4MATIC; 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 450 4MATIC Cabriolet; 2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 450 4MATIC Coupe; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz E 350; 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz E 350 4MATIC; 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC; 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC All-Terrain; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe; 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 E 4MATIC
The infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment control unit software, free of charge.
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC (ev) Seat Belt Retractor Recall (26V278)
May 1, 2026 · 15 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ (ev); 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC (ev)
The front passenger seat belt retractor may have been manufactured with a defect that prevents the deactivation of the child seat safety function (Automatic Locking Retractor).
Risk: A passenger who is unable to fasten their seat belt is not properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt, free of charge.
- 2026 Ram Promaster Rear Seat Recall (26V280)
May 1, 2026 · 14 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Ram Promaster
The rear bench may have only two of four seat legs installed.
Risk: An incomplete seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install two additional seat legs, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | 2 |
| Ford | 1 |
| Ram | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Body, Doors and Seats | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
How does this week compare?
Recalls on 2021 and newer passenger vehicles reported to NHTSA, this week and the four weeks before it, with the 2026 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2026 (this week) | 4 | 323,776 |
| April 20, 2026 | 8 | 177,566 |
| April 13, 2026 | 6 | 340,805 |
| April 6, 2026 | 8 | 1,045,830 |
| March 30, 2026 | 8 | 815,588 |
| 2026 weekly average | 6.9 | 828,759 |
This week had 4 recalls, 2.9 fewer than the 2026 weekly average of 6.9.
Are owners saying these recalls fixed the problem?
For each recall this week, the number of NHTSA owner complaints about the same part on the same vehicles filed since the recall date, and how many describe the problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. Complaints are unverified owner reports; automated text matching can miss or misread some.
| Recall | Complaints since recall | Repeat-problem reports |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Seat Fastener Recall (26V268) | 9 | 1 (11%) |
| 2024-2026 Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 4MATIC Cabriolet Instrument Cluster Recall (26V281) | 27 | 8 (30%) |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC (ev) Seat Belt Retractor Recall (26V278) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Ram Promaster Rear Seat Recall (26V280) | 0 | too few to measure |
What other recalls do these vehicles have?
Earlier recalls on the same models as this week’s recalls. Owners with more than one recall on the same vehicle should keep every repair order.
- 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4MATIC Rear Seat Belt Recall (26V172) (March 20, 2026)
- 2025 GMC Yukon Latch and Anchor Recall (25V876) (December 17, 2025)
- 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 53 4MATIC+ Wagon Wiring Recall (25V865) (December 12, 2025)
- 2021-2026 Ram Promaster Radiator Assembly Recall (25V720) (October 23, 2025)
- 2024-2025 Ram Promaster Electrical Controller Software Recall (25V665) (October 6, 2025)
- 2021 Ram Promaster Backup Camera Recall (25V552) (August 26, 2025)
- 2023-2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Steering Fastener Recall (25V533) (August 20, 2025)
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Headlight Recall (25V365) (June 11, 2025)
- 2023-2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Roof Recall (25V379) (June 6, 2025)
What should I do if my car is on this list?
- Confirm with your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Schedule the free recall repair at an authorized dealer and ask whether parts are available.
- Keep the repair order from every visit.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, talk to a lemon law attorney.
Can a recall or defect investigation make my car a lemon in California?
Not by itself. What matters is whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps your vehicle at the dealer, and a federal investigation or recall is strong evidence that the problem is real.
Under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a manufacturer that cannot fix a warranty defect that substantially impairs a vehicle’s use, value or safety within a reasonable number of attempts may have to repurchase or replace it (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)). Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, the law presumes a reasonable number of attempts after two repairs of a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four repairs of the same defect, or more than 30 days out of service (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)).
An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Frequently asked questions
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA investigation, recall and complaint data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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