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2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 20 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250, spanning 13 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

Distinct campaigns20not VIN-specific
Component groups13distinct top-level categories
Latest recordJuly 24, 2026report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 recall campaigns

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 report contains 20 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 26V481000 dated July 24, 2026.
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Report received
July 24, 2026
Potential units
310,667campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 July 31, 2026.

Owner notification: Date not reported · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 23V732000

Component
EQUIPMENT, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Report received
November 1, 2023
Potential units
42,742campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 included in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.".

Why it matters: 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 1-800-367-6372.

Owner notification: February 29, 2024 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
COMMUNICATION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
May 20, 2022
Potential units
242,722campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

Why it matters: 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 phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

Owner notification: July 8, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Report received
April 8, 2022
Potential units
126,443campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.".

Why it matters: 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 2022060007.

Owner notification: July 15, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V990000

Component
STEERING, SUSPENSION
Report received
December 17, 2021
Potential units
38,312campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 this recall is 2022070009.

Owner notification: July 29, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Report received
December 13, 2021
Potential units
139campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

Why it matters: 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 2022030003.

Owner notification: April 22, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V639000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
August 13, 2021
Potential units
66campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

Owner notification: September 17, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V526000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
July 12, 2021
Potential units
1,690campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 number for this recall is 2021080005.

Owner notification: September 3, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Report received
July 2, 2021
Potential units
1,467campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.".

Why it matters: 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 letters were mailed January 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Owner notification: January 7, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V405000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
May 28, 2021
Potential units
17campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 is 2021060011.

Owner notification: July 16, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V404000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
May 28, 2021
Potential units
16campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

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

Why it matters: 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.

Owner notification: September 24, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V403000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE
Report received
May 28, 2021
Potential units
5,680campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 start.

Why it matters: 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 contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.

Owner notification: July 20, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
May 14, 2021
Potential units
343,191campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility.".

Why it matters: 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 service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012.

Owner notification: June 28, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V232000

Component
STRUCTURE
Report received
April 1, 2021
Potential units
2,362campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040015.

Owner notification: May 21, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 21V231000

Component
STRUCTURE
Report received
April 1, 2021
Potential units
5,215campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050009.

Owner notification: July 2, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component
COMMUNICATION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
February 5, 2021
Potential units
1,292,258campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Why it matters: 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 service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

Owner notification: March 12, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 20V628000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
October 9, 2020
Potential units
7campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.".

Why it matters: 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 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100010.

Owner notification: October 30, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 20V558000

Component
SEATS
Report received
September 14, 2020
Potential units
36campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020090020.

Owner notification: October 23, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 20V480000

Component
STRUCTURE
Report received
August 14, 2020
Potential units
10,644campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 number for this recall is 2020090006.

Owner notification: October 23, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 20V246000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE
Report received
May 1, 2020
Potential units
26campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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 restart the vehicle.

Why it matters: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.

Owner notification: July 31, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250?

The most frequent component groups in 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 campaign records are Electrical System (6), Structure (5), Air Bags (4), Communication (2), Back Over Prevention (2); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Electrical System6
Structure5
Air Bags4
Communication2
Back Over Prevention2

03 / MODEL-YEAR CONTEXT

How the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 compares across model years

RecallRoad publishes 2 model-year reports for the Mercedes-Benz Glb 250, spanning 2020–2021; each year keeps its NHTSA campaign count separate.
Open the complete Mercedes-Benz Glb 250 model history →