2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 Problems & Complaints

Better than average59% fewer complaints than a typical year of the GLB250 at the same age

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 59% fewer than a typical GLB250 model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better GLB250 years. The most reported problem area is the driver assistance (4 complaints). One recall covers this model year.

12complaints
1recalls
2crashes
0fires
2injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 problems

  • Driver assistance
    433%
  • Other / not specified
    325%
  • Speed control & acceleration~5,000 miles
    217%
  • Electrical system
    217%
  • Engine & cooling
    217%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    217%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~0 miles
    18%
  • Body & structure~0 miles
    18%
  • Lights
    18%
  • Suspension
    18%
  • Brakes
    18%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    18%

Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz GLB250 complaints by model year

2020202120222023202420256131121251
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz GLB250. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best GLB250 years: 2022, 2025, 2023. Compare all years →

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 recalls (1)

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Lock

NHTSA recall 26V-481 · Jul 24, 2026 · 310,667 vehicles

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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026.

What 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 owners say

Driver assistance

Coordinate this complaint with previous complaints reference 11569682 and 11569502, As of last night the car has 1136 miles. I have thoroughly tested the car to the best of my ability and set and reset the settings. The hill decent has only engaged twice. The car is supposed to read speed limit signs and it does show up in the instrument panel but the car speeds up randomly i.e. from 35 to 50 and above to not limited to 35. The adaptive speed control at random will malfunction the car will not slow down and brake. This has happened several times. When turn signal is engaged and you enter turning lane the car may slow down or not. This vehicle I was told is a MBUA corporate vehicle held back at MBUSA for over 2 years then auctioned. Fletcher Jones Las Vegas had the vehicle on the lot with 47 miles and sold it to me with 48 miles. …

Adaptive cruise control · Feb 2024

Brake over heats because of rust caused by rain which builds up causing brakes to freeze up. Explanation from dealer. In fact told us we need to dry brakes off if we drive in rain and park in garage for more than 2 days or we will have it happen again. Brakes freeze and car locked up and can't move it. We bought the car used had it inspected by a MBD in Atlanta G. Bulkhead , told breaks were like new. Mileage 23,666 miles. Put on about 4000 miles now brakes gone froze up from rain. Garage kept. While driving car we were noticing almost like the breakers were on but not stepping on break. A pulling like action. Seemed like emergency brake was on. Car at dealership now in Greenville SC Mercedes Benz dealer.

Automatic emergency braking · Aug 2025

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo8-speed dual-clutchFWD24 / 32 / 27

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 a good car?

Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 GLB250 rates better than average: 59% fewer complaints than a typical year of the GLB250 at the same age. It is one of the best GLB250 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The driver assistance — 4 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about adaptive cruise control. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and electrical system (2).

How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 have?

There is 1 recall for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250, the most recent from July 24, 2026 (lock). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2025 and 2023. See the full Mercedes-Benz GLB250 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 5,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.