Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Problems by Year
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GLB 250 year: 2020, 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2020 GLB 250: 54 complaints, 20 recalls
- 2021 GLB 250: 29 complaints, 11 recalls
- 2023 GLB 250: 11 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2025 GLB 250: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2026 GLB 250: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2024 GLB 250: 4 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 19 | 5 | 2 |
| Engine | 19 | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 19 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Other/i Am Not Sure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLB 250 | 1 | 1 | — | Wheels | |
| 2025 GLB 250 | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 GLB 250 | 4 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2023 GLB 250 | 11 | 1 | — | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2022 GLB 250 | 11 | 1 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | More complaints than other years |
| 2021 GLB 250 | 29 | 11 | — | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 GLB 250 | 54 | 20 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2020 (54), 2021 (29) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GLB 250 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?
Electrical System, with 19 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 have?
25 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.