NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class Safety Ratings
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100 places the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class in the Exceptional band, a standing reinforced by a perfect avoidance-tech score. This SUV records zero recalls to date. These are strong safety indicators for the used market.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class received a 5-out-of-5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class ranks 31 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 31 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class?
The 2023 GLB-Class marks a meaningful step forward from the prior model year. The NHTSA Safety Index rose four points, moving from 87/100 in the Strong band to 91/100 in the Exceptional band. That gain is driven partly by a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20/20, a direct reflection of the zero-recall outcome for this specific model year. The avoidance-tech sub-score also hits its ceiling at 10/10, with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all listed as standard equipment. Crash protection contributes 61 out of a possible 70 points, consistent with the NHTSA star picture: a top-line 5-star overall, a perfect 5-star side score, and 4-star results in frontal and rollover categories. The 16 percent rollover risk figure is a concrete data point worth noting for buyers who prioritize that metric. The complaint volume of 12 unverified allegations is modest for a vehicle of this age, and none involve alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. Taken together, the 2023 model year presents a distinctly cleaner safety profile than its 2022 predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class perform in crash tests?
The 2023 GLB-Class achieves an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side protection tests earned a top score of 5 stars. Frontal protection and rollover resistance both received 4 out of 5 stars; the measured rollover risk is 16 percent, with dynamic testing showing no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18463
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class have any recalls?
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory applies to this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall status can change after any vehicle leaves the factory.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class?
Twelve unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged components are Engine with 4 reports and Power Train with 3. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in those filings.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class?
The 2023 GLB-Class currently has no open recall campaigns. However, recall status can change; prospective owners should verify a specific vehicle's recall completion by its VIN through NHTSA's database.
- The 2023 GLB-Class is the first model year in the recent lineage to record zero NHTSA recall campaigns, directly producing a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20/20 in the Safety Index.
- The Safety Index jumped four points year over year, from 87/100 in 2022 to 91/100 in 2023, crossing from the Strong band into the Exceptional band.
- NHTSA's dynamic tip test returned a No Tip result, and the measured rollover risk stands at 16 percent, specific figures that distinguish this model year's tested performance.
- Twelve unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA, with Engine and Power Train as the most frequently alleged components; none of the filings include allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class places
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class safety questions
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Glb-Class years
Rivals in SUV (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model X Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Early Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18463), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 31 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.