2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 Problems & Complaints

Average22% fewer complaints than a typical year of the GLB250 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the GLB250 at the same age. The most reported problem area is the driver assistance (2 complaints). One recall covers this model year.

5complaints
1recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 problems

  • Driver assistance
    240%
  • Electrical system
    240%
  • Other / not specified
    240%
  • Engine & cooling
    120%

Share of the 5 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 →

2024 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.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed dual-clutchFWD25 / 33 / 28

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 GLB250 rates average: 22% fewer complaints than a typical year of the GLB250 at the same age. 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 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The driver assistance — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about rearview system braking. Next are the electrical system (2) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 have?

There is 1 recall for the 2024 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.

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.