2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 7%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,716miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, 7% of the 29 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,716 miles.
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.
“Driving on north bound of Merritt Parkway between exit 17 and 18. Today 12/10/25 9:28 AM My panoramic sunroof exploded ! all catch on video, driver on the vehicle behind me , came to check on me; and told me the glass went over four feet up in the air and then hit his vehicle windshield, I call Mercedes Benz customer service support to report the incident and open a case, they told me to drive to the closest dealer from the incident (Mercedes Benz of Fairfield) when I arrived and show the vehicle to the technician, he was trying to tell me that was my fault and he never heard such a thing of…”
NHTSA complaint #11704359, filed 2025-12“The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage; however, after driving out of the garage, the contact became aware of a crack on the windshield from the rear-view mirror ten inches downward. The contact stated that the crack seemed to be on the inside over the sensors. The vehicle had not yet been diagnosed or repaired. The dealer nor manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,716.”
NHTSA complaint #11540001, filed 2023-08, 13,716 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11034064Jun 19, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11032875May 19, 2026Complaint There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper blades squeaking, chattering, shuddering B: The windshield is…
- 11027751Jan 16, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy *Note - This Li does not apply if there…
- 11027682Jan 15, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps…
- 11027566Jan 7, 2026Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps…
- 11023025Sep 3, 2025Complaint To prevent the wiper motor from overheating, the wipe frequency is reduced automatically when a dry windshield is detected. In specific situations under various…
- 11017217Apr 21, 2025Complaint Random heating of air conditioning system. Cause Temperature sensor in overhead control panel (OCP) delivering incorrect values: The temperature sensor in the overhead…
- 11014255Feb 12, 2025Complaint Please note that the exact quick test conditions must be met as seen below. If not exactly as listed below, there is no need to create a TIPS case referencing this LI…
- 11012789Jan 9, 2025Complaint Please note that the exact quick test conditions must be met as seen below. If not exactly as listed below, there is no need to create a TIPS case referencing this LI…
- 11010494Nov 13, 2024Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
10 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
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.
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