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2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 2 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Communication | 1 |
Safety recalls14
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 5, 202525V366000 | Back over prevention: warnings external/pedestrian alertA vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V366000
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| Jun 30, 202323V464000 | Seat belts: rear/other buckle assemblyUnsecured seat belts may not properly restrain occupants in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V464000
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| Jun 5, 202323V405000 | Electrical system: propulsion systemA loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V405000
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| May 19, 202323V360000 | Electronic stability control (ESC): control module softwareDisabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD, and a vehicle speed display failure can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V360000
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| May 2, 202323V309000 | Electrical system: propulsion system traction battery thermalA high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V309000
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| Feb 10, 202323V074000 | Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices interiorImpaired deployment of an air bag can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V074000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Eqs 450+, Eqs 580 4matic, Eqs450, Eqs580, Amg Eqs, Amg Eqs53, Eqs 580, Eqs 450. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component47
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 25 | 53 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 34 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 23 |
| Structure | 4 | 9 |
| Wheels | 3 | 6 |
| Power train | 3 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 6 |
| Air bags | 3 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 6 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 4 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 | 2 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Forward collision avoidance
“I am formally reporting a serious and potentially life-threatening safety issue with this vehicle and requesting an immediate investigation and recall consideration.”
- Electrical system
“The speed limit indicator included in the software package flashes constantly (approximately once per second), both inside the instrument cluster and in the Heads Up Display.”
- Wheels
“Tires being designated as the preferred tires via Mercedes are Bridgestone Turanza LS100 265/40R21 These tires go from new to under 3" of thread left, how is this possible.”
Other Mercedes-Benz EQS model years
- 20244 recalls12 complaints
- 20236 recalls51 complaints
- 202214 recalls47 complaints
Other Mercedes-Benz models
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- 2022 GLC-Class2 recalls64 complaints
- 2022 S-Class10 recalls46 complaints
- 2022 Metris5 recalls9 complaints
- 2022 CLS-Class6 recalls3 complaints
- 2022 GLS-Class10 recalls17 complaints
- 2022 GLA-Class2 recalls5 complaints
- 2022 AMG GT6 recalls2 complaints
- 2022 G-Class6 recalls4 complaints
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS have?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS. The most recent, 25V366000 (reported June 5, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 5 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (2), seat belts (1), electronic stability control (ESC) (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 25 complaints out of 47 filed with NHTSA (53%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mercedes-Benz recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Check a specific Mercedes-Benz by VIN
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