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Model year 2021 · Mercedes-Benz

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB. The most recent was reported on July 24, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: AMG GLB35, GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
26V481000July 24, 2026Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock
22V679000September 12, 2022Electronic Stability Control (ESC) › Control Module
22V365000May 20, 2022Communication › Auto Crash Notification
22V314000May 9, 2022Exterior Lighting › Headlights
22V232000April 8, 2022Back Over Prevention › Display Function
22V078000February 11, 2022Air Bags › Frontal
21V990000December 17, 2021Steering
21V860000November 5, 2021Air Bags › Side/Window
21V354000May 14, 2021Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
21V232000April 1, 2021Structure › Body
21V231000April 1, 2021Structure › Body › Tailgate
21V058000February 5, 2021Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Systems involved: Electrical System (3) · Air Bags (2) · Back Over Prevention (2) · Communication (2) · Structure (2) · Suspension (2) · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (1) · Exterior Lighting (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Steering (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V481000

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

Report received by NHTSA
July 24, 2026
Owner notification
September 18, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
310,667 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB
January 31, 2018 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V481000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V679000Manufacturer no. 2022090009

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) › Control Module

Report received by NHTSA
September 12, 2022
Owner notification
October 28, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB250 vehicles. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) unit may be damaged, which can result in disabled anti-lock brakes (ABS), disabled electronic stability control (ESC), and an electrical short circuit.

Safety risk

Disabled anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash or injury. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the ESP unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090009.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V679000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V365000Manufacturer no. See Recall Schedule

Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Report received by NHTSA
May 20, 2022
Owner notification
July 8, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
242,722 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB
August 5, 2016 – February 18, 2022
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Components: Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. An error in the communication module's SIM card software can cause a mobile network connection failure, disabling the emergency call (eCall) system.

Safety risk

A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

The communication module software will be updated through an Over-the-Air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on July 8, 2022, May 17, 2024, July 29, 2024, and September 27, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers are for this recall is 2022060005 and 2023110006.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V365000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V314000Manufacturer no. 2022050011

Exterior Lighting › Headlights

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2022
Owner notification
June 10, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
88 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLB 250

Components: Exterior Lighting › Headlights; Suspension › Multiple Axle; Suspension › Rear

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. The level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050011.

Safety risk

Improperly leveled headlights may project a glare, which can impact other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V314000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V232000Manufacturer no. 2022060007

Back Over Prevention › Display Function

Report received by NHTSA
April 8, 2022
Owner notification
July 15, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
126,443 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and CLS-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022060007.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V232000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V078000Manufacturer no. 2022030007

Air Bags › Frontal

Report received by NHTSA
February 11, 2022
Owner notification
March 25, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
50 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect front driver's air bag module.

Safety risk

An incorrect air bag module may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash. In addition, the air bag module could detach from the steering wheel during deployment. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front driver's air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V078000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V990000Manufacturer no. 2022070009

Steering

Report received by NHTSA
December 17, 2021
Owner notification
July 29, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
38,312 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35

Components: Steering; Suspension › Front

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.

Safety risk

Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070009.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V990000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V860000Manufacturer no. 2021110014

Air Bags › Side/Window

Report received by NHTSA
November 5, 2021
Owner notification
December 21, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
46 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 and AMG GLB 35 vehicles. The driver-side window air bag may not have been mounted correctly to the lower area of the A-pillar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Safety risk

The driver-side window air bag may not function properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the mounting of the driver-side window air bag and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V860000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V354000Manufacturer no. 2021050012

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
May 14, 2021
Owner notification
June 28, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
343,191 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Components: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera; Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class 4-door Coupe vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black, or reboot after startup. This could result in the rearview camera image not displaying properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A backup camera that displays a blank image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

The multimedia system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning June 28, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050012.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V354000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V232000Manufacturer no. 2021040015

Structure › Body

Report received by NHTSA
April 1, 2021
Owner notification
May 21, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
2,362 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow them to detach.

Safety risk

Detached wheel arch covers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040015.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V232000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V231000Manufacturer no. 2021050009

Structure › Body › Tailgate

Report received by NHTSA
April 1, 2021
Owner notification
July 2, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
5,215 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Defect summary

Mercedes-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 installed correctly, allowing them to detach.

Safety risk

Detached spoilers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050009.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V231000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V058000Manufacturer no. 2021020025

Communication › Auto Crash Notification

Report received by NHTSA
February 5, 2021
Owner notification
March 12, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,292,258 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
AMG GLB35, GLB 250

Components: Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

Defect summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.

Safety risk

Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V058000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: July 27, 2026.