Mercedes-Benz EQE recalls

23 official safety recalls for the Mercedes-Benz EQE from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Pedestrian warning sound may not increase with speed

    Reported December 1, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V8300001,899 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the external pedestrian warning sound from continuously increasing in volume as vehicle speed rises. Pedestrians may not be alerted to an approaching vehicle, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the alert system software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AMG EQE SUV 4MATIC vehicles. The external pedestrian warning sound may not continuously increase in volume as vehicle speed increases, due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
    Consequence
    Insufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025120003.

  2. Steering coupling bolts may not meet specifications

    Reported September 8, 2025Model years 2022–2025DVSA recall R/2025/333874 vehicles affected

    The steering coupling bolts may not meet specifications. A service partner will rework the bolting.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SRPC2512 - Bolting of Steering Coupling
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain C-Class (206 platform) GLC (254 platform) and EQE (295 platform) vehicles the bolting of the steering coupling might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will rework the bolting of the steering coupling on the affected vehicles.

  3. Steering coupling bolt may loosen

    Reported August 20, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V5330003,749 vehicles affected

    An improperly tightened bolt may allow the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
    Consequence
    A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

  4. Reversing warning sound may be incorrect

    Reported June 5, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V36600094 vehicles affected

    AVAS software may produce an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing, so pedestrians may not be alerted and crash risk may increase. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV and EQS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Software in the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) may cause an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
    Consequence
    A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the AVAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025070005.

  5. Incorrect fuse box may cause power loss or fire

    Reported May 12, 2025Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 25V255000443 vehicles affected

    An incorrect fuse box may cause sudden loss of drive power or critical safety functions, or increase fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.
    Consequence
    An 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 the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025050003/4.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  6. Wheel rim inserts may detach

    Reported March 7, 2025Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 25V1500004 vehicles affected

    The rim inserts may detach from the wheels while driving, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the inserts as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    WHEELS:RIM
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQE 350 4MATIC and EQE 350+ vehicles. The rim inserts may detach from the wheels while driving.
    Consequence
    Wheel rim insert detachment can create a hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the rim inserts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030016.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  7. Battery management software may shut down high-voltage system

    Reported June 26, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/2571,718 vehicles affected

    In specific situations, battery management software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing an unannounced loss of propulsion. The battery management system software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SRPC2408 - Memory Overflow Battery Management System
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the software of the battery management system might lead to a shutdown of the high voltage system in specific situations resulting in an unannounced loss of propulsion.
    Remedy
    Update the battery management system software.

  8. Battery software may cause sudden loss of drive power

    Reported May 28, 2024Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 24V37200014,912 vehicles affected

    Battery management software may shut down the high-voltage battery, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 EQE 350 4MATIC, EQE 350+, EQE 500 4MATIC, EQS 450 4MATIC, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4MATIC, AMG EQE 53 4MATIC, AMG EQS 53 4MATIC, 2023-2025 EQE SUV 350 4MATIC, EQE SUV 350+, EQE SUV 500 4MATIC, EQS SUV 450 4MATIC, EQS SUV 450+, EQS SUV 580 4MATIC, 2024-2025 EQS SUV 680 4MATIC, and AMG EQE SUV 53 4MATIC vehicles. The battery management system software may cause the high-voltage battery to shut down, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060002.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Headlamp control unit may be incorrectly coded

    Reported April 25, 2024Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2024/0161 vehicle affected

    Incorrect coding of the headlamp control unit may fail to meet specifications. The unit’s coding will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SRPC2342 - Coding headlamp control unit
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the coding of the headlamp control unit might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    Update the coding of the headlamp control unit on the affected vehicles.

  10. 80A fuses may not meet requirements

    Reported March 25, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/13013,870 vehicles affected

    Some 80A fuses may not meet requirements. The affected main fuse boxes will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SRPC2401 - System protection
    Defect
    On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.
    Remedy
    Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.

  11. Main fuses may fail

    Reported February 16, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V11500031,848 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly manufactured 80-Amp fuses may fail, causing sudden loss of drive power or safety functions such as restraints or the instrument cluster, and may increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
    Consequence
    An 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, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Airbag control unit coding may be incorrect

    Reported January 30, 2024Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2024/0154 vehicles affected

    The airbag control unit may not be coded to specification. Its coding will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles the coding of the airbag control unit might not meet specifications.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the coding of the airbag control unit might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    Update the coding of the airbag control unit on the affected vehicles.�

  13. Window bonding may not meet specifications

    Reported December 15, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/32828 vehicles affected

    The bonding of the front, rear or fixed side windows may not meet specifications. The windows will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the bonding of the front rear and fixed side windows might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    Replace the windows.

  14. Headlight control software may adjust lights incorrectly

    Reported December 15, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V85300010 vehicles affected

    A software error may cause the headlights to be incorrectly adjusted, reducing oncoming traffic visibility and impairing dynamic driving control performance. Both can increase crash risk. Dealers will update the headlight control unit software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQE 350 vehicles equipped with comfort suspension. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted due to a software error in the headlight control unit.
    Consequence
    Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic and impair the dynamic driving control performance. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the headlight control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by February 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Roof frame absorbers may detach

    Reported August 4, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V55500010 vehicles affected

    Roof frame absorbers may detach when a window air bag deploys and strike occupants, increasing their risk of injury. Dealers will replace the absorbers free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 AMG EQE, EQE 500, and EQE 350 vehicles. The absorbers in the roof frame may not be secured properly and can detach during window air bag deployment.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash with window air bag deployment, detached absorbers can strike vehicle occupants and increase their risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the absorbers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080004.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  16. Electric drivetrain software may not meet specifications

    Reported July 14, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/1931,570 vehicles affected

    The electric drivetrain software may not meet specifications. The software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles software of the electric drivetrain might not meet specifications.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles software of the electric drivetrain might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    Update the electric drivetrain software.

  17. Drivetrain software error may cut drive power

    Reported June 5, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V4050008,281 vehicles affected

    A software error in the electric drivetrain may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the drivetrain software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
    Defect
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQS 450, AMG EQS, EQS 580, and 2023 AMG EQE vehicles. A software error in the electric drivetrain may cause a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the electric drivetrain software, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed beginning July 19, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060009.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Stability control may have incorrect software

    Reported January 4, 2023Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/3484 vehicles affected

    The electronic stability program control unit may have the wrong software version. Its software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The manufacturer has determined that certain EQE (295 platform) vehicles might not be equipped with the correct Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version.
    Defect
    The manufacturer has determined that certain EQE (295 platform) vehicles might not be equipped with the correct Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version.
    Remedy
    As a precautionary measure the manufacturer will update the software of the ESP control unit.

  19. B-pillar trim connection may not meet specifications

    Reported December 12, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/360100 vehicles affected

    The connection between the B-pillar trim and structural inlay may not meet specifications. The trim will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The connection of the B-pillar trim to the structural inlay might not meet specifications
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the connection of the B-pilar trim to the structural inlay may not meet specifications. �
    Remedy
    Check the B-pillar trim and replace if necessary

  20. Communication module software may be incorrect

    Reported October 26, 2022Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2022/300280 vehicles affected

    The communication module software may not meet specifications. The software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SOFTWARE OF THE COMMUNICATION MODULE MAY NOT CORRESPOND WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS
    Defect
    The software of the communication module may not correspond with the specifications.
    Remedy
    Update the software of the communication module in the affected vehicles.

  21. Towing device thread may not meet specifications

    Reported August 16, 2022Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2022/245388 vehicles affected

    The thread in the front or rear bumper towing device may not meet specifications. The towing device will be checked and reworked if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The thread of the towing device in the front or rear bumper of certain vehicles might not correspond to the specifications.
    Defect
    The thread of the towing device in the front or rear bumper of certain vehicles might not correspond to the specifications.
    Remedy
    The towing device of the affected vehicles will be checked and if necessary reworked.

  22. Steering may be damaged during assembly

    Reported May 16, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/1507 vehicles affected

    The steering may have been damaged during assembly. The steering will be replaced on affected vehicles.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE STEERING OF CERTAIN EQE (295 PLATFORM) VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS
    Defect
    The steering of certain EQE (295 platform) vehicles may have been damaged during the assembly process.
    Remedy
    Replace the steering on the affected vehicles.

  23. Communication module software may not meet specifications

    Reported March 3, 2022Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2022/0322,430 vehicles affected

    The communication module software may not meet specifications. It will be updated over the air, with no workshop visit required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE SOFTWARE OF THE COMMUNICATION MODULE MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
    Defect
    On certain vehicles the software of the communication module might not meet specifications.
    Remedy
    As a precautionary measure update the software of the communication module on the affected vehicles. This software update is planned to be performed over-the-air with no workshop visit being required.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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