Mercedes-Benz GLB Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mercedes-Benz GLB — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | Excellent | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2024 | Excellent | — | 2 | — | — | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | Full report → |
| 2023 | Excellent | — | 2 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2022 | Excellent | — | 3 | — | 1 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2021 | Avoid | 8 | 25 | — | — | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2020Worst | Avoid | 11 | 28 | — | 1 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
7 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mercedes-Benz GLB Problems
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Recent Safety Recalls — Mercedes-Benz GLB (2022–2026)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC, and GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The right-side front and rear tires may have sidewall damage, which can result in a sudden loss of tire pressure.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100014.
Showing 1 recall from 2022–2026 model years. See the full year-specific pages for older recalls.
GLB Years to Avoid
Best GLB Years to Buy
Mercedes-Benz GLB Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Mercedes-Benz GLB Reliability
What year GLB has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 28 complaints and 11 safety recalls. See the full 2020 report for specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB has accumulated 60 owner-filed complaints and 20 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2026 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used GLB.
What are the most common GLB problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Unknown Or Other (17 reports), Structure (10 reports), Engine (8 reports), Electrical System (6 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my GLB has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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