2022 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250
1 recalls, 25 complaints
26V481000 Jul 24, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
Defect Description
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 d... Read more
Consequence
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. 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 J... Read more
Complaint Statistics
25 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 4 |
| STEERING | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| SEATS | 2 |
| VISIBILITY | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
STEERING
Mar 26, 2026
Incident date: Mar 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The EPS message was displayed, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 26, 2026
Incident date: Mar 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the contact was informed that the vehicle was leaking gasoline. The vehicle was inspected, and the contact was informed that fuel was leaking from the driver’s side rear wheel well area, nea... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 7, 2025
While parked, I heard a pop. Later on there was a crack in the windshield around the camera. Nothing impacted the windshield this looks definitely like a stress fracture but the dealership was not helpful.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 20, 2025
Incident date: Aug 7, 2025
A mechanic confirmed the truck has an issue with the speed sensor. On the daily, the truck will experience shifting issues, gets stuck in 3rd, and will not go past 5th. I have to turn off the vehicle and restart and it resets. I've read this is a known issue, and F150s for model years prior to and... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 14, 2025
Incident date: Aug 14, 2025
My catalytic converter caught on fire a couple months back then I hit a code for the knock sensor replaced it and it started to act up again I can’t go over 49 burning oil took it to Hyundai now they are saying my engine is going out and I’m still panting carmart got the car
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 14, 2025
Incident date: Aug 14, 2025
My catalytic converter caught on fire a couple months back then I hit a code for the knock sensor replaced it and it started to act up again I can’t go over 49 burning oil took it to Hyundai now they are saying my engine is going out and I’m still panting carmart got the car
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Sep 20, 2024
The vehicle is scheduled to return to the dealership again. Multiple safety-critical systems are affected. I believe this is an ongoing electrical system failure in a new vehicle, putting both the driver and passengers at risk.
STEERING
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Sep 20, 2024
The vehicle is scheduled to return to the dealership again. Multiple safety-critical systems are affected. I believe this is an ongoing electrical system failure in a new vehicle, putting both the driver and passengers at risk.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Sep 20, 2024
The vehicle is scheduled to return to the dealership again. Multiple safety-critical systems are affected. I believe this is an ongoing electrical system failure in a new vehicle, putting both the driver and passengers at risk.
SEATS
Aug 10, 2024
Incident date: Aug 9, 2024
My car seats (2nd row & 3rd row) seats are rattling really bad when I am on the freeway or highway roads; signs of loose seats. Very concerning to wear it loosens the seat belt strap securing my toddlers car seat. I thought it was the road but unfortunately it’s my seats.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 10, 2024
Incident date: Aug 9, 2024
April 2024: Tesla Model X repeatedly failed to download firmware updates, although offered via the car’s UI. The car uses the connected WiFi to download several gigabytes of data every month, but ultimately does not apply any updates. This is a serious safety issue, since it prevents all future s... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 10, 2024
Incident date: Aug 9, 2024
Rear subframe where it connects to shock mounts is completely rusted through at both sides of the car. Causes the tops of the wheels to bow in and is undrivable
STEERING
Feb 4, 2024
Incident date: Feb 2, 2024
EPS fails, the steering wheel becomes very Hard.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 4, 2024
Incident date: Feb 2, 2024
EPS fails, the steering wheel becomes very Hard.
ENGINE
Feb 4, 2024
Incident date: Feb 2, 2024
2011 BMW 328i stalled in an intersection, car then started to act bogged down. Waring light came on. I took the car to a mechanic shop where they found a bolt head inside / bottom of our oil pan. I then researched online and found that BMW has a recall for a (Vanos failure sheared bolts/recall). I c... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 30, 2024
Noticed a lower level of coolant (below the MIN mark) at the coolant reservoir - checked with mechanic and was told there is a slow coolant leak at the one of the water pump seals (which has corroded). Need a water pump replacement. Was told it is a very common occurence with these cars - but was su... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 30, 2024
We were driving up a mountain pass in a great deal of stop and go traffic. The engine died and a check engine light came on. It was difficult to get the engine started, but it did start. We called the genesis service line and they said that it was a warning and ok to drive but to take it into be loo... Read more
SEATS
Feb 3, 2024
Incident date: Jan 30, 2024
Passenger side active headrest deployed without warning. No lights/ alarms on dash display.
STEERING
Feb 2, 2024
Incident date: Jan 29, 2024
Power steering has completely quit working and no error codes are coming up when checked. This is putting my family and everyone on the road at risk as it is very hard to steer the vehicle and near impossible to drive defensively. This has been inspected by a repair shop. No codes are found. No w... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 2, 2024
Incident date: Jan 29, 2024
While driving on the expressway at expressway speeds we got a message on the information system stating the engine will shutdown soon, pullover safely as soon as possible (paraphrased). The van started to lose power almost immediately upon receiving the message. We were lucky to pull over on a mul... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Feb 2, 2024
Incident date: Jan 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact stated that upon attempting to enter the vehicle, he became aware that the driver's side rear passenger door failed to unlatch. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the door latch. The c... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 28, 2023
Incident date: Jul 24, 2022
Manufacturer Recall NumberKGC NHTSA Recall Number 23V-858 I have been trying desperately to get my car serviced to address the safety recall, and many car dealerships are hanging up on me when I try to schedule appointments. My car has been stalling while driving as a result of this recall issue. Pl... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 10, 2023
Incident date: Dec 10, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while idling with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic determined that cylinder #4 misfired, leading to engine failure. The c... Read more
VISIBILITY
Sep 22, 2022
Incident date: Sep 21, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that upon purchase of the vehicle, he noticed a glare coming from the ridges of the hood which became distracting while driving. The contact stated that as the sun began going down, the glare worsened, forcing the contact place his han... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 22, 2022
Incident date: Sep 21, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that upon purchase of the vehicle, he noticed a glare coming from the ridges of the hood which became distracting while driving. The contact stated that as the sun began going down, the glare worsened, forcing the contact place his han... Read more
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250 across all model years (2020, 2026).
37
Total Recalls
158
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
7
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths