2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 structure problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am submitting this formal complaint regarding a serious safety incident involving my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB, which directly reflects the defect outlined in Recall 20V-480 (Rear Spoiler Detachment). Although my VIN is not officially included in the affected range, the exact failure described in…”
filed Aug 5, 2025
“The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the rear spoiler detached from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was determined that the spoiler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…”
filed Sep 19, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells…Campaign 21V403000 · May 28, 2021
- Wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow…Campaign 21V232000 · Apr 1, 2021
- Side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to…Campaign 21V231000 · Apr 1, 2021
- Rear spoiler above the tailgate may not have been welded correctlyCampaign 20V480000 · Aug 14, 2020
- Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells…Campaign 20V246000 · May 1, 2020
Related service bulletins
Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th…
LI72.20-P-075746 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 24, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even with the door trim…
LI82.62-P-078631 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 6, 2026
Structure problems in other GLB 250 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 GLB 250 | 3 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.