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NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2021–2025

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35, covering model years 2021 to 2025. The 2021 model year drew the most complaints (5), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 10 recall campaigns on file
  • 10 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 5 model years with data (2021–2025)
  • most complaints: 2021 (5 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (3 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V481000 (reported Jul 24, 2026)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints by model year

4 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2021 model year has the most complaints: 5 of 10, or 50.0%. Next come 2022 (2) and 2023 (2). The fewest are for 2024, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2021–2024Column chart of 10 complaints across 4 model years. The highest is 2021 with 5. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2021: 5 complaints520212022: 2 complaints220222023: 2 complaints220232024: 1 complaint12024
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
202150000
202220000
202320000
202410000
All model years100000

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 components

top 8 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 3 complaints (30.0% of all 10), followed by Engine (2) and Service Brakes (2).

Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints (top 8)
Components named most often in Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints (top 8)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train330.0%
Engine220.0%
Service Brakes220.0%
Suspension220.0%
Wheels220.0%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110.0%
Unknown or Other110.0%
Visibility/Wiper110.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 recalls

10 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name AMG GLB35, newest first. The 10 campaigns cover model years 2021 to 2025. The 2021 model year appears in the most campaigns (8).

  • 10 recall campaigns
  • 3 over-the-air remedies
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 recall campaigns covering each model year
2021: 8 campaigns2022: 1 campaign2023: 1 campaign2024: 2 campaigns2025: 2 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.
  1. NHTSA campaign 26V481000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

    Model years 2021–2025

    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.

    Consequence:
    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. 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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 24V780000

    Reported

    Tires › Sidewall

    Model year 2025

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025 GLB 250, GLB 250 4MATIC, and GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The right-side front and rear tires may have sidewall damage, which can result in a sudden loss of tire pressure.

    Consequence:
    A sudden loss of tire pressure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100014.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 24V592000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model year 2024

    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The brake hoses on the rear axle may have been improperly routed, which could allow chafing, and result in a brake fluid leak.

    Consequence:
    A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and reroute the rear axle brake hoses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 22V365000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Software; Communication › Auto Crash Notification

    Model year 2021 · Over-the-air fix

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 22V232000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Display Function

    Model year 2021

    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."

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 21V990000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front; Steering

    Model year 2021

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 21V860000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Side/Window

    Model year 2021

    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."

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  8. NHTSA campaign 21V354000

    Reported

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

    Model year 2021 · Over-the-air fix

    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."

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  9. NHTSA campaign 21V231000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Tailgate

    Model year 2021

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

  10. NHTSA campaign 21V058000

    Reported

    Communication › Auto Crash Notification; Electrical System › Software

    Model year 2021 · Over-the-air fix

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 have?

NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35, covering model years 2021 to 2025. The most recent, 26V481000, was reported on July 24, 2026 and is filed under “Latches/locks/linkages”. The 2021 model year is covered by the most campaigns (8).

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 model year has the most complaints?

The 2021 model year, with 5 of the 10 complaints in NHTSA’s file (50.0%). The next are 2022 (2) and 2023 (2). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 3 complaints, or 30.0% of all 10. Engine (2) and Service Brakes (2) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer.

How many Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 10 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.