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2023 Mercedes GLB
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2023 Mercedes GLB

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Complaints filed

12

Reports to NHTSA, 2023

Safety recalls

0

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

No data

EPA estimate

Known issues

Engine issues lead owner complaints (25% of 12 reports), followed by power train (25%).

Engine25% · 3 reports
Power Train25% · 3 reports
Unknown Or Other17% · 2 reports
Carry Handle8% · 1 report
Service Brakes8% · 1 report
Visibility8% · 1 report
Visibility/Wiper8% · 1 report

Share of all 12 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11739111, ODI 11720803, ODI 11698759.

Individual complaint reports(12)

Showing the 12 most recent reports
EngineMay 2026 · ODI 11739111Details +

Safety Risk - Twice I was almost hit because my car didn't take off. O'REILLY Veri Scan Results - Free Emissions Status: Red Primary DTC: Mixture Formation (Cylinder 4) is irregular P219F: Fuel injectors measure and atomize fuel mixed with incoming air and sent to combustion chambers. Cylinder 4 PSI at 40 Mercedes Benz of San Juan $300 diagnostic Cylinder head needs to be replaced. Safety Risk - Twice I was almost hit because my car didn't take off. Problem has been confirmed by dealer. Not inspected by manufacturer, etc. Prior to failure there were no signs. Check Engine light came on and that is when it got checked at 55, 715 miles, soon after warranty ended.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11739111 at NHTSA →
Power TrainApr 2026 · ODI 11733918Details +

My 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is experiencing engine misfires and fault codes consistent with a known cylinder head defect that is the subject of a recall affecting 2022 and earlier models. A certified mechanic has confirmed the issue aligns with the recall defect. Despite identical symptoms and engine configuration, my VIN is excluded. The condition results in loss of power and creates a potential safety hazard while driving. The following codes are referenced in the Mercedes recall and by recorded by the auto repair shop that provided an estimate for the repair: P1CEF85 - Injector injection quantity adjustment for cylinder balancing has almost reached the upper limit value at atleast one cylinder. P1CE577 - Injector injection quantity adjustment for uniform mixture formation has detected an excessively lean mixture at atleast one cylinder.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11733918 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherApr 2026 · ODI 11733638Details +

Reporting because I see reports on other searches of this happening on other Mercedes Benz various years and models, the front stationary roof panel has shattered, cracked. I was lucky, my vehicle is only cracked (leaving my windshield components open to the weather , ie rain in Washington). Others report shattering while driving and having injuries from blowing glass. This appears to be an ongoing problem with Mercedes, they want over $2000 to fix a common problem with their vehicles.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11733638 at NHTSA →
EngineFeb 2026 · ODI 11720803Details +

On December 19, 2025, the vehicle showed lights that a sparkplug had misfired. The dealer notified me that in less than two full years of having the 2023 vehicle, it required a complete engine rebuild. This is the third major engine problem I have had with the vehicle with more than $20K in fees. The services performed in December 2025 repairs included Cylinder Head Assembly to Replace Engine Cylinder Head Assemble due to multiple cylinder head fault codes, including misfire, injector injection, and mixture formation code. Cylinder 2 is leaking out of the exhaust valve. Camshaft replacement and rollers due to deep scoring on both intake and exhaust cams, not by cylinder two. Exhaust valve leaking from the head while the camshafts are scoring, leading to misfiring as well.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11720803 at NHTSA →
EngineNov 2025 · ODI 11698759Details +

Cylinder repair dealership said it's a known issue but Mercedes Benz said they will not cover the repair.

Reported
Nov 2025
Incident date
Nov 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11698759 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperSep 2025 · ODI 11686651Details +

I was driving on Highway on May 19th and the Panoramic Sunroof suddenly shattered

Reported
Sep 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11686651 at NHTSA →
Carry HandleJul 2025 · ODI 11672721Details +

Graco Turn2Me car seat is loosening over time when installed with the vehicle seatbelt and the SnugLock Lock-Off. The vehicle seat belt was also switched to a locked mode after proper installation and did not make a difference over time. The car seat continues to loosen over time to the point where it is moving more than an inch side to side at the belt path. This can cause injury to a child during a crash. Car seat has been installed with the assistance of certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians and Instructors on multiple occasions.

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11672721 at NHTSA →
VisibilityJun 2025 · ODI 11667787Details +

The windshield washer stopped working It doesn’t clean because no water comes out to do the job

Reported
Jun 2025
Incident date
Jun 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11667787 at NHTSA →
Power TrainApr 2025 · ODI 11656155Details +

The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000.

Reported
Apr 2025
Incident date
Apr 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11656155 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesApr 2025 · ODI 11655463Details +

The front brakes making noise when slow stop , Merced dealer service repair 3 time and replace rotor and brakes, but the problem still making noise. they said nothing he can do. want me to report NHTSA. thanks

Reported
Apr 2025
Incident date
Mar 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11655463 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2025 · ODI 11633630Details +

Transmission switching to neutral by itself while driving on the highway. This issue has occurred twice in December 2024.

Reported
Jan 2025
Incident date
Dec 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11633630 at NHTSA →
Power TrainFeb 2024 · ODI 11572169Details +

The contact owned a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes were inoperable. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle was not braking smoothly. Additionally, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the transmission malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer four times. The contact stated that the first visit with the dealer regarding the brakes, the dealer applied lubricant to the brake pedal. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the second and third time, however the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for the fourth time, and the vehicle was sold back to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 3,200.

Reported
Feb 2024
Incident date
Aug 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11572169 at NHTSA →

Recalls

No recalls are listed for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change when NHTSA publishes new information.

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Investigations

0 NHTSA investigations on record

No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.

Crash-test ratings

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV FWD NHTSA source

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV AWD NHTSA source

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Rollover

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

No EPA fuel-economy record is available for this model year. Some trims and older vehicles were not tested or are not in the current EPA feed.

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2023 Mercedes GLB: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Mercedes GLB?

Owners filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Mercedes GLB. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2023 Mercedes GLB?

The most-reported problem areas are Engine (25% of complaints) and power train (25%).

How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes GLB have?

No safety recalls are on record for the 2023 Mercedes GLB as of Jul 2026.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Mercedes GLB get?

EPA fuel-economy figures for the 2023 Mercedes GLB aren't available yet.