Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component7
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
Safety recalls7
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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| May 12, 202525V255000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing… DetailsHide details for campaign 25V255000
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| Dec 20, 202424V960000 | Air bags: critical fastenersAn air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V960000
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| May 28, 202424V372000 | Electrical system: propulsion system traction batteryA sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V372000
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| Feb 16, 202424V115000 | Electrical system: wiring fuses and circuit breakersAn 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster,… DetailsHide details for campaign 24V115000
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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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Merged from NHTSA model names: Eqs 450 4matic, Eqs 450+, Eqs 580 4matic, Eqs Suv 450 4matic, Eqs Suv 450+, Eqs Suv 580 4matic, Amg Eqs 53 4matic, Amg Eqs, Eqs 580, Eqs580. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component73
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
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| Forward collision avoidance | 34 | 47 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 32 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 29 |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 25 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 7 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 | 3 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. 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
- Service brakes
“Phantom braking brings vehicle to a stop like it hand an accident. Driver experiences loud warning sounds with sudden engagement of emergency brakes.”
- Forward collision avoidance
“I own a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+. While driving, my vehicle has repeatedly applied the brakes suddenly and forcefully even though there was no vehicle, person, or obstacle in front of me.”
- Service brakes
“CRITICAL SAFETY DEFECT: Recurring automated ADAS sensor failure causing maximum-force phantom braking without warning or driver input. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC SUV (VIN: [XXX]).”
Other Mercedes-Benz EQS model years
- 20244 recalls12 complaints
- 20236 recalls51 complaints
- 202214 recalls47 complaints
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- 2023 GLC-Class12 recalls64 complaints
- 2023 S-Class10 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 CLA-Class1 recall6 complaints
- 2023 Metris4 recalls2 complaints
- 2023 CLS-Class3 recalls3 complaints
- 2023 GLS-Class5 recalls10 complaints
- 2023 GLA-Class1 recall8 complaints
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 5 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 34 complaints out of 73 filed with NHTSA (47%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 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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