Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 12 |
| 2023 | 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 12 |
| 2022 | 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV 4WD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 13 |
| 2022 | 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 13 |
| 2021 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 11 | 30 |
| 2021 | 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class SUV 4WD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 2 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Safety FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.9%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.
All Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class specifications
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