2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
9 of 11 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact leased a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-10
Electrical system
2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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this car really has a lot of issues and honestly if I didnât know what to do last night and didnât know about cars, it could have seriously cost me my life but luckily I was able to move out the way of a truck that was coming fast behind me...
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-10
Also filed under Engine
Visibility
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-22
Also filed under Structure
Suspension
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Date not on fileLatches/locks/linkages26V481000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V481000 · Latches/locks/linkages
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 82% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.