2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GLB 250 years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. That ranks 3rd out of 7 GLB 250 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 36%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 36% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 18% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Carry Handle, Shell, Base | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Other/i Am Not Sure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
NHTSA Recall 26V481 (Mercedes-Benz recall no. [redacted]). Interim owner notification letter dated September 18, 2026, titled "Replace Driver Door Lock." The micro-switch in the driver door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open driver door, which can prevent the electronic parking brake or…
Safety Risk - Twice I was almost hit because my car didn't take off. O'REILLY Veri Scan Results - Free Emissions Status: Red Primary DTC: Mixture Formation (Cylinder 4) is irregular P219F: Fuel injectors measure and atomize fuel mixed with incoming air and sent to combustion chambers. Cylinder 4…
My 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is experiencing engine misfires and fault codes consistent with a known cylinder head defect that is the subject of a recall affecting 2022 and earlier models. A certified mechanic has confirmed the issue aligns with the recall defect. Despite identical symptoms and…
Reporting because I see reports on other searches of this happening on other Mercedes Benz various years and models, the front stationary roof panel has shattered, cracked. I was lucky, my vehicle is only cracked (leaving my windshield components open to the weather , ie rain in Washington). Others…
On December 19, 2025, the vehicle showed lights that a sparkplug had misfired. The dealer notified me that in less than two full years of having the 2023 vehicle, it required a complete engine rebuild. This is the third major engine problem I have had with the vehicle with more than $20K in fees…
Other Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 years
← 2022 GLB 250 · 2024 GLB 250 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLB 250 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 GLB 250 | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 GLB 250 | 4 | 1 |
| 2023 | 11 | 1 |
| 2022 GLB 250 | 11 | 1 |
| 2021 GLB 250 | 29 | 11 |
| 2020 GLB 250 | 54 | 20 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?
Owners most often report engine, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GLB 250 model years, the 2023 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.