Mercedes-Benz GLB Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mercedes-Benz GLB model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mercedes-Benz GLB Years to Avoid
11 recalls · 28 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 63
8 recalls · 25 complaints
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 49
0 recalls · 3 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 5
Best Mercedes-Benz GLB Years to Buy
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 2
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Problem score: 2
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Mercedes-Benz GLB — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 3 | 1 | — | 5 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 8 | 25 | — | — | 49 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 11 | 28 | 1 | — | 63 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Mercedes-Benz GLB Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent GLB models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year GLB should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB if possible. It has 11 recalls, 28 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 63 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year GLB to buy?+
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 2. It has only 0 recalls and 2 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which GLB has the fewest problems?+
The 2023, 2024, 2025 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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