Mercedes-Benz GLB - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz GLB

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz GLB, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz GLB. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz GLB have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest GLB’s Issues in the EU

All GLB´s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest GLB’s Issues in the UK

MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (2020) – THE CRANKSHAFT
on 13/01/2022
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (10/08/2020 – 09/12/2020) RECALL: Problem description: On certain vehicles with a 4-cylinder Diesel engine the crankshaft might not meet […]
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (2019) – THE PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE
on 11/10/2021
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (06/06/2019 – 06/06/2019) RECALL: Problem description: A bolting in the passenger airbag module as well as the airbag’s fabric might not […]
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (2016 – 2021) – THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM
on 13/05/2021
MERCEDES-BENZ GLB (04/01/2016 – 29/01/2021) RECALL: Problem description: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.