2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 10%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, 10% of the 29 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that the front stationary roof panel detached from the vehicle and shattered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact became aware of a recall with a similar failure; however, the VIN was not included, and the model year was not included in a recall for the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11756454, filed 2026-08, 63,000 miles“Entire electrical system went out while driving causing check engine light to come on after the failure of system; there was no dashboard working at all when the system went out; without the dashboard out it was not certain if the vehicle was safe to drive anymore; the dealer has not been able to reproduce the problem; the vehicle has been with the dealer repair system for several weeks and have not been able to determine what happened; they have indicated that the vehicle had some type of water intrusion which short circuited the electrical system; the believes that the water entered into…”
NHTSA complaint #11551607, filed 2023-10Related recalls
- 21V231000Apr 1, 2021Mercedes-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…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 2020–2021, AMG GLB35 2021
- 21V232000Apr 1, 2021Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed…Covers: Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 2020–2021
Related service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036511Aug 24, 2026Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11032700May 13, 2026Complaint Wind noises in area along the top of windshield at speeds above 60mph. Cause Insufficient sealing between the windshield lip seal and the body. Remedy Preliminary…
- 11031256Apr 2, 2026Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket…
- 11030295Mar 26, 2026Complaint The "easy entry and exit feature" function deactivates itself after a brief period. (see attachment) Cause The cause is currently being investigated. Remedy Update the…
- 11029083Feb 25, 2026Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket…
- 11023155Sep 16, 2025Complaint Bulging and contact of the rear spoiler when hatch is opened (picture 1-1). When opening the rear hatch, the rear spoiler rests at the roof edge, which can result in…
- 11015617Mar 10, 2025Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket…
- 11013192Jan 24, 2025Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open. Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap…
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
10 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology