Question 1

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has 157 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2024 (6 complaints), 2023 (13 complaints). Years to avoid: 2020 (69 complaints), 2021 (44 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2020, 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The 2020 model has the most complaints (69) with the top issue being BODY/STRUCTURE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 are 2024 (6 complaints), 2023 (13 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2024	6	Every time I start my new Mercedes, the backup cam...	Excellent Reliability
2023	13	Transmission switching to neutral by itself while ...	Above Average
2022	25	Driver assist adaptive speed control, braking, lan...	Average
2021	44	On September 3, 2022 while traveling east on AL hi...	Below Average
2020	69	NEW 2020 GLB250 WITH 800 MILES OF HIGHWAY DRIVING....	Avoid This Year

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — All Years

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid