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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
56Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE MERCEDES-BENZ GLB-CLASS

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.

VERDICT

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 56 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers 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.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

56 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
1reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsStructure 14Unknown Or Other 12Electrical System 9Engine 8Air Bags 7Suspension 6

Other Glb-Class years

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class 2020. Methodology · Disclosure