Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 111 owner complaints and 25 recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 (2020–2026). The 2020 GLB 250 has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.

Complaints
111
Recalls
25
Model years
7
Worst year
2020

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — 54 complaints, 3 crashes; top problem: Body & Structure
  2. 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — 29 complaints; top problem: Engine

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2023 (11 complaints).

Every Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 GLB 25010001Wheels & Tires
2025 GLB 25011002Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2024 GLB 25040001Electrical System
2023 GLB 250110001Engine
2022 GLB 250112021Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2021 GLB 2502900011Engine
2020 GLB 2505430320Body & Structure

Most common Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 problem areas (all years)

  • Body & Structure
    20 complaints
  • Engine
    19 complaints
  • Electrical System
    19 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    12 complaints
  • Suspension
    11 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    9 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    8 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    6 complaints
  • Steering
    6 complaints
  • Brakes
    6 complaints

Complaint trend

2023202420252026
Complaints about the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 received by NHTSA each month.

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recalls

  • Recall 26V481000Jul 24, 2026310,667 vehiclesModel years 2020–2026

    Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 24V780000Oct 18, 2024416 vehiclesModel years 2025

    Risk: A sudden loss of tire pressure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V732000Nov 1, 202342,742 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Driving with worn brake pads can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V679000Sep 12, 20224 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Disabled anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash or injury. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 22V365000May 20, 2022242,722 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V314000May 9, 202288 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Improperly leveled headlights may project a glare, which can impact other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V232000Apr 8, 2022126,443 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V078000Feb 11, 202250 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: An incorrect air bag module may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash. In addition, the air bag module could detach from the steering wheel during deployment. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 21V990000Dec 17, 202138,312 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V961000Dec 13, 2021139 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V860000Nov 5, 202146 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: The driver-side window air bag may not function properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V639000Aug 13, 202166 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Air bags and seat belts that do not function properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 21V526000Jul 12, 20211,690 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V509000Jul 2, 20211,467 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V405000May 28, 202117 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V404000May 28, 202116 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V403000May 28, 20215,680 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V354000May 14, 2021343,191 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V231000Apr 1, 20215,215 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Detached spoilers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V232000Apr 1, 20212,362 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Detached wheel arch covers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V058000Feb 5, 20211,292,258 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

  • Recall 20V628000Oct 9, 20207 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: In the event of a crash that deploys the window air bag, the catch strap could disconnect and increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V558000Sep 14, 202036 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If the second row seat is not locked into place, there could be an increased risk of injury to the seat occupants in a crash.

  • Recall 20V480000Aug 14, 202010,644 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V246000May 1, 202026 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology