NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mercedes-Benz Glb-Class
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
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 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
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.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
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 // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.