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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%).
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 reportsEngineMay 2026 · ODI 11739111Details +Close −
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
Power TrainApr 2026 · ODI 11733918Details +Close −
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
Unknown Or OtherApr 2026 · ODI 11733638Details +Close −
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
EngineFeb 2026 · ODI 11720803Details +Close −
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
EngineNov 2025 · ODI 11698759Details +Close −
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
Visibility/WiperSep 2025 · ODI 11686651Details +Close −
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
Carry HandleJul 2025 · ODI 11672721Details +Close −
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
VisibilityJun 2025 · ODI 11667787Details +Close −
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
Power TrainApr 2025 · ODI 11656155Details +Close −
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
Service BrakesApr 2025 · ODI 11655463Details +Close −
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
Unknown Or OtherJan 2025 · ODI 11633630Details +Close −
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
Power TrainFeb 2024 · ODI 11572169Details +Close −
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
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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- Frontal
- Side
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV AWD NHTSA source
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- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
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.