2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
On June 5 2026, my wife drove the vehicle into the garage. While she was exiting the vehicle with the driver's door open, the vehicle unexpectedly continued moving backward.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260903
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 of 1 total report mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
CRASH1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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 recall is 2024100014.
Campaign 24V780000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 26V481000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V481000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V780000 (tires) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2025 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 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.