2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recalls and problems

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recalls

Recall 26V-481: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Jul 24, 2026 · 310,667 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Back Over Prevention1
Unknown or Other1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 4, 2025
Exhaust temperature sensor or harness messed up by 8k miles just bought car with only 2k miles already in the shop 2 times
Electrical System · reported Jul 28, 2025
Rear Camera malfunction The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel, making a loud thumb noise every time the car slows down to an intersection. No camera image is displayed in the head unit. This is a driving distraction for the operator and thus a safety issue as the sound is loud and its made constantly at every stop when you slow down. Dealer was able to reproduce and said this was normal behavior. Recommended disabling the Parktronic driving assistance feature to not engage sensors, but this in itself would be inactivating an important safety feature.…
Unknown or Other · reported Jan 6, 2025
1. Transmission Problem Vehicle Rolls backwards when the gear / transmission is in "Drive". It happens in these two situations: a) I am stopped at a Traffic Light which is Red. The road is at a moderate upward incline. When the Light turns Green, and I move my foot from the Break pedal to the Accelerator to move forward, the GLB rolls backwards even though the transmission is, and has been, in "Drive". b) I am backing out of my garage. Our driveway is at a moderate Backward / Downward Decline. As I reach the point where I shift the gear into "Drive", the car still continues to roll backwards.…
Back Over Prevention · reported Sep 3, 2024
Every time I start my new Mercedes, the backup camera MUST recalibrate itself even if I never put the vehicle in reverse and am driving forward. This happens throughout the entire drive, every single time. The Mercedes forums all corroborate this as other models; not just the GLB, experience this. Mercedes denies anything is wrong and says this is “expected behavior for rear camera calibration”. This makes absolutely no sense why a rear camera would need to recalibrate itself on every drive even when you never place the car in reverse. Furthermore, the backup camera is the “pop out…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250: 26V-481 (latches/locks/linkages). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by back over prevention (1).

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.