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Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class Safety
NHTSA safety across every Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class we cover (2020 to 2023), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2023 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2022 at 87. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is a compact luxury SUV that punches above its size by offering three-row seating in a relatively small footprint. Aimed at young families and urban professionals who want premium brand cachet without stepping up to a full-size hauler, the GLB slots neatly into one of the most competitive segments in the American market, blending European refinement with genuine everyday practicality.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class achieves an exceptional safety performance, earning a MotorCaliber NHTSA Safety Index score of 91 out of 100. This places it in the highest tier of vehicles reviewed. Its side-impact crash test rating is a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, providing robust protection in a common collision scenario. Both frontal and rollover evaluations resulted in 4 out of 5 stars. Notably, across four model years (2020-2023), the GLB-Class has zero recalls. This indicates a high level of manufacturing consistency. Owner complaints total 82 over the four-year period. Within these complaints, 4 crashes, 5 injuries, and 1 fire were reported. The 2023 GLB-Class stands as a strong safety contender in the compact luxury SUV segment.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the GLB-Class as a distinctive and practical choice in the compact luxury SUV space, praising its unusual three-row seating option and premium interior quality. Most find the driving experience refined if not particularly sporty, and the upscale brand positioning is seen as a genuine asset. Criticisms typically center on the relatively compact third-row space and infotainment learning curve.
- The 2023 GLB-Class earns a 91 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band, making it the strongest safety performer among the model years we cover.
- The GLB-Class recorded zero recalls across all four model years from 2020 to 2023, an unusually clean record that sets it apart from many competitors in the compact luxury SUV segment.
- Side-impact crash protection is a genuine strength, with a 5 out of 5 star NHTSA rating, while frontal and rollover protection both score a solid but not perfect 4 out of 5 stars.
- The 82 owner complaints on file include 4 reported crashes, 5 reported injuries, and 1 reported fire across the covered model years. These are unverified allegations, but shoppers should review the specific complaint details on NHTSA's database before purchasing.