2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Rear Suspension Recall (22V314)

Recall 22V314 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 in recall 22V314?

The level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. The level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly, which could affect the headlight leveling function. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050011.

Is it safe to drive a 2021 GLB 250 with recall 22V314?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Improperly leveled headlights may project a glare, which can impact other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: Improperly leveled headlights may project a glare, which can impact other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the rear.

Which vehicles are included in recall 22V314?

Recall 22V314 covers 88 vehicles: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

NHTSA lists 88 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the GLB 250 rear suspension recall?

Yes. Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage, as necessary, free of charge.

Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Manufacturer recall number: 2022050011.

When was recall 22V314 announced?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported recall 22V314 to NHTSA on May 9, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 10, 2022.

This recall was filed 53 months ago. If your GLB 250 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my GLB 250 is part of recall 22V314?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V314 is open on your GLB 250, it will be listed there.

The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021 GLB 250 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.

What should GLB 250 owners do about recall 22V314?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V314000 applies to your GLB 250.
2. Call a Mercedes-Benz dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
3. Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
4. Keep a simple log of any rear symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.

What are GLB 250 owners reporting to NHTSA?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 6 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.

Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 22V314 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.

NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 29 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 6 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.

• 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250: 29 complaints in total, 6 about the suspension, wheels and tires

A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):

Escalating Safety Concern – Loud Clunking, Thumping, and Cracking from Front Axle at Low Speeds We are long-time loyal customers and currently own four identical Mercedes-Benz models.

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 owner, AZ, NHTSA complaint 11701110, filed November 23, 2025

The component that appears to have malfunctioned is the front axle integral carrier (front subframe) and the related front suspension geometry, as the vehicle now exhibits a persistent pull to the left and degraded steering stability after the dealer replaced the front lower control arms, engine mounts, and performed alignments; this area of the vehicle…

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 owner, PR, NHTSA complaint 11719310, filed February 20, 2026

I purchased this vehicle in May 28 2025. I certified car. I took in for oil change Nov 17-2025. Found out they had lot of issues., left front bushing arm leaking. Rt engine mount leaking. Bad brakes battery low. Bad tire rt back passage side.

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11708509, filed January 3, 2026

Can recall 22V314 make my GLB 250 a lemon in California?

Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.

Recall 22V314000 does not automatically make your GLB 250 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?

If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.

A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.

California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.

An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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