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2021 Mercedes Benz GLB

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

11

9 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2026364 · manufacturer campaign 7291007

24 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2026 · C 2019–2026 · Cla 2019–2026 · Cle 2019–2026 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, moisture could enter the driver-side door lock microswitch and cause it to corrode. As a result, the microswitch may fail to automatically engage the parking brake and/or the auto park feature when the door is opened. If this happens, the vehicle could roll away. Note: This problem could also cause the radio and/or interior lights to remain on after exiting the vehicle.

Why it matters

A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you should always use the parking brake when you park. Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the driver-side door lock.

36,862 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2022511 · manufacturer campaign 4290009

9 September 2022

Transport Canada lists: GLB 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the electronic stability program (ESP) control unit may have been damaged during assembly. As a result, water could leak into the control unit and cause a short circuit. If this happens, the vehicle stability control and antilock brake system (ABS) could turn off.

Why it matters

A short circuit could create the risk of a fire. A loss of vehicle stability control and/or ABS could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the ESP control unit.

4 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2022263 · manufacturer campaign 5498816

20 May 2022

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2022 · Amg 2019–2022 · Cla 2019–2022 · Class 2019–2022 · and 10 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the SIM card for the communications module could disable itself. If this happens, the eCall system would not work properly when there is a crash or when the SOS button is pressed.

Why it matters

If the eCall system does not work in an emergency situation, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

49,728 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2022241 · manufacturer campaign 3594804

6 May 2022

Transport Canada lists: GLB 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed correctly. As a result, the headlamp leveling system may not work properly.

Why it matters

Headlamps that are not adjusted properly can cause glare for oncoming drivers and could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the level sensor linkage and ensure it is installed correctly.

8 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2022177 · manufacturer campaign 5496316

12 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2021 · C 2019–2021 · Cla 2019–2021 · Gla 2019–2021 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera software.

10,556 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2021682 · manufacturer campaign 9192163

8 November 2021

Transport Canada lists: GLB 2021

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, the driver's side curtain airbag may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the curtain airbag may not properly protect the driver in a crash.

Why it matters

An airbag that does not work properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the installation of the driver's side curtain airbag. It will be repaired, if necessary.

8 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2021415 · manufacturer campaign 8291903

5 July 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2021 · C 2019–2021 · GLB 2019–2021 · Gle 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a label on the headlamp assembly may contain incorrect information for a service technician. As a result, the headlamps may not get adjusted correctly after a repair. This could cause glare and/or confusion for oncoming drivers. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with LED headlamps.

Why it matters

Headlamps that cause glare or confusion for oncoming drivers could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedez-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the headlamps.

200 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2021291 · manufacturer campaign 5497425

14 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2018–2021 · Cla 2018–2021 · Class 2018–2021 · CLS 2018–2021 · and 6 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

40,646 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2021064

12 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: A 2019–2021 · B 2019–2021 · C 2019–2021 · Cla 2019–2021 · and 11 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with the emergency calling (eCall) system, the communications module may temporarily lose power during a crash. If this happens, the wrong vehicle location may be transmitted through the eCall system. This could cause emergency responders to be sent to the wrong location.

Why it matters

If the eCall system sends out the wrong location after a crash, there could be a delay in response from emergency services.

What the dealer will do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, you will be notified to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

75,231 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Mercedes Benz GLB have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 11 recalls on record for the 2021 Mercedes Benz GLB. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.