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Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class: recalls and fuel economy

26recall campaigns (model years 2010+)
0with a "do not drive" advisory
0with a "park outside" advisory

Counts come from NHTSA's recall file and include every version NHTSA lists under this model family (see how we group models). To see whether your car still needs a repair, check its VIN or use NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Recall campaigns by model year

202020
202112
20221
20231
20242
20252
20261

Recalls by component

Electrical System6
Air Bags6
Structure5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Communication2
Suspension2
Exterior Lighting2
Back Over Prevention2
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Tires1
Equipment1
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1

EPA fuel economy and yearly fuel cost

Model yearFuelCombinedEPA yearly fuel costVersions
2020Premium Gasoline26 MPG$3,1502
2021Premium Gasoline23–26 MPG$3,150–$3,5503
2022Premium Gasoline22–27 MPG$3,050–$3,7503
2023Premium Gasoline23–27 MPG$3,050–$3,5503
2024Premium Gasoline23–28 MPG$2,950–$3,5503
2025Premium Gasoline23–28 MPG$2,950–$3,5503
2026Premium Gasoline23–28 MPG$2,950–$3,5503

Ranges cover the engine, drivetrain and trim versions EPA rates for that year. Yearly fuel cost is EPA's own estimate, based on 15,000 miles a year and EPA's projected fuel price; your cost will differ.

All recall campaigns, newest first

NHTSA 26V481000 · reported 2026-07-24 · model years 2020–2026

Latches/Locks/Linkages · about 310,667 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

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,…

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

Remedy: 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…

NHTSA 24V780000 · reported 2024-10-18 · model years 2025

Tires · about 416 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

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.

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

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…

NHTSA 24V592000 · reported 2024-08-09 · model years 2024

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · about 16 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The brake hoses on the rear axle may have been improperly routed, which could allow chafing, and result in a brake fluid leak.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the rear axle brake hoses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

NHTSA 23V732000 · reported 2023-11-01 · model years 2020

Equipment, Service Brakes, Hydraulic · about 42,742 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35, and 2021 GLA250 vehicles. The vehicles may not be equipped with an inspection gauge to check the wear of the rear brake pads. In addition, information for using this inspection gauge might not be…

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

Remedy: Dealers will install an inspection gauge and provide supplemental owner's manual information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 29, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

NHTSA 22V679000 · reported 2022-09-12 · model years 2021

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · about 4 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB250 vehicles. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) unit may be damaged, which can result in disabled anti-lock brakes (ABS), disabled electronic stability control (ESC), and an electrical short circuit.

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the ESP unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090009.

NHTSA 22V365000 · reported 2022-05-20 · model years 2020–2021

Communication, Electrical System · about 242,722 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in…

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.

Remedy: The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in…

NHTSA 22V314000 · reported 2022-05-09 · model years 2021

Exterior Lighting, Suspension · about 88 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. The level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050011.

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

NHTSA 22V232000 · reported 2022-04-08 · model years 2020–2021

Back Over Prevention · about 126,443 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview…

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is…

NHTSA 22V078000 · reported 2022-02-11 · model years 2021

Air Bags · about 50 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect front driver's air bag module.

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…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front driver's air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

NHTSA 21V990000 · reported 2021-12-17 · model years 2020–2021

Steering, Suspension · about 38,312 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for…

NHTSA 21V961000 · reported 2021-12-13 · model years 2020

Fuel System, Gasoline · about 139 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing…

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is…

NHTSA 21V860000 · reported 2021-11-05 · model years 2021

Air Bags · about 46 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 and AMG GLB 35 vehicles. The driver-side window air bag may not have been mounted correctly to the lower area of the A-pillar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection…

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the mounting of the driver-side window air bag and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

NHTSA 21V639000 · reported 2021-08-13 · model years 2020

Air Bags · about 66 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit software may not activate the front seat belts and front passenger air bag properly.

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

NHTSA 21V526000 · reported 2021-07-12 · model years 2020

Electrical System · about 1,690 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The accessory power outlet for the second-row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's…

NHTSA 21V509000 · reported 2021-07-02 · model years 2020

Exterior Lighting · about 1,467 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 C300, 2019-2020 A220, AMG C43, AMG C63, 2020 GLE580, GLB250, 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, 2021 AMG GLE63, and AMG GLE53 vehicles. The LED headlights may have been incorrectly adjusted during a vehicle repair. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the LED headlights, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 13, 2021. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. Owner notification…

NHTSA 21V405000 · reported 2021-05-28 · model years 2020

Air Bags · about 17 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator and cushion may be improperly attached inside the air bag module, which could result in the air bag cushion tearing upon deployment.

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall…

NHTSA 21V404000 · reported 2021-05-28 · model years 2020

Air Bags · about 16 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not deploy properly during a crash.

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

NHTSA 21V403000 · reported 2021-05-28 · model years 2020

Electrical System, Structure · about 5,680 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells, potentially damaging certain electrical components. This may result in the instrument cluster going blank, an engine stall while driving, or the vehicle may not…

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

Remedy: Dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2021. Owners may…

NHTSA 21V354000 · reported 2021-05-14 · model years 2020–2021

Back Over Prevention, Electrical System · about 343,191 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system…

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

Remedy: The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer…

NHTSA 21V232000 · reported 2021-04-01 · model years 2020–2021

Structure · about 2,362 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow them to detach.

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer…

NHTSA 21V231000 · reported 2021-04-01 · model years 2020–2021

Structure · about 5,215 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB35 AMG, and 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to detach.

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.…

NHTSA 21V058000 · reported 2021-02-05 · model years 2020–2021

Communication, Electrical System · about 1,292,258 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The…

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.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer…

NHTSA 20V628000 · reported 2020-10-09 · model years 2020

Air Bags · about 7 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The window air bag in the A-pillar area may not be mounted correctly, affecting its performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the mounting of the window air bag and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

NHTSA 20V558000 · reported 2020-09-14 · model years 2020

Seats · about 36 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The second row seat may not be correctly aligned within the seat track on one side, possibly causing the seat to not lock properly into place.

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.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the second row seat and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…

NHTSA 20V480000 · reported 2020-08-14 · model years 2020

Structure · about 10,644 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The rear spoiler above the tailgate may not have been welded correctly. This could result in parts of the spoiler detaching from the vehicle.

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's…

NHTSA 20V246000 · reported 2020-05-01 · model years 2020

Electrical System, Structure · about 26 vehicles in the whole campaign (all models)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells, potentially damaging certain electrical components. This may result in the instrument cluster going blank, or an engine stall while driving without the ability to…

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

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020.…

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