2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recalls
20 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. Last verified Sep 14, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Jul 24, 2026Crash risk2019–2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2019–2022 Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35 and 25 other models — Latches/locks/linkages
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.
26V481000 · 311K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Nov 1, 2023Crash risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35 and 4 other models — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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."
23V732000 · 43K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- May 20, 2022Crash risk2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 56 other models — Electrical System
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.
22V365000 · 243K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Apr 8, 2022Crash risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 27 other models — Back Over Prevention
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."
22V232000 · 126K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Dec 17, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35, 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Suspension
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.
21V990000 · 38K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Dec 13, 2021Fire risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 19 other models — Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
21V961000 · 139 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Aug 13, 2021Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Air Bags
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.
21V639000 · 66 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Jul 12, 2021Fire risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Electrical System
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.
21V526000 · 2K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Jul 2, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, 2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 and 7 other models — Exterior Lighting
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."
21V509000 · 1K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- May 28, 2021Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Air Bags
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.
21V405000 · 17 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- May 28, 2021Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Structure
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.
21V403000 · 6K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- May 28, 2021Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Air Bags
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not deploy properly during a crash.
21V404000 · 16 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- May 14, 2021Crash risk2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35 and 32 other models — Back Over Prevention
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."
21V354000 · 343K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Apr 1, 2021Crash risk2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35, 2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Structure
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.
21V231000 · 5K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Apr 1, 2021Crash risk2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Structure
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.
21V232000 · 2K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Feb 5, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 Mercedes-Benz A 220, 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35, 2017–2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 94 other models — Communication
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.
21V058000 · 1.3M units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Oct 9, 2020Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Air Bags
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."
20V628000 · 7 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Sep 14, 2020Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Seats
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.
20V558000 · 36 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Aug 14, 2020Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Structure
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.
20V480000 · 11K units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- May 1, 2020Crash risk2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — Structure
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.
20V246000 · 26 units · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.