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2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+. The newest campaign is 25V366000. NHTSA received the report on 5 Jun 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Back Over Prevention / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert. NHTSA has 34 complaints on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V366000, in the NHTSA record

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.
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Recall campaigns

13 campaigns, newest first. 52,462 units in total.

  • 25V366000Back Over Prevention / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert
  • 23V464000Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Buckle Assembly
  • 23V405000Electrical System / Propulsion System
  • 23V360000Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / Control Module / Software
  • 23V309000Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery Thermal / Management / Software
  • 23V309000Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery Thermal / Management / Software
  • 22V493000Back Over Prevention / Display Function
  • 22V467000Structure / Body / Bumpers
  • 22V190000Communication / Auto Crash Notification
  • 22V189000Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
  • 22V167000Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
  • 22V112000Structure / Frame and Members
  • 21V931000Electrical System / Software

  1. 25V366000Received . 94 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2025070005. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 23V464000Received . 6 units.

    Seat Belts / Rear/Other / Buckle Assembly

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQS450 and 2022 EQS580 vehicles. The bolts that secure the rear seat belt buckles to the body of the vehicle may not be secured properly.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Unsecured seat belts may not properly restrain occupants in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and secure the rear seat belt buckle bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6373. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070009.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023070009. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 23V405000Received . 8,281 units.

    Electrical System / Propulsion System

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    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, in the NHTSA record
    A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    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.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023060009. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 23V360000Received . 7,558 units.

    Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / Control Module / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2023 Maybach S 580, Maybach S 680, and S 580e vehicles. The electronic stability program (ESP) software may malfunction, which can result in disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including the anti-lock brake system, acceleration slip regulation, electronic stability program, and electronic brake force distribution (ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD), as well as a vehicle speed display failure.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD, and a vehicle speed display failure can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the ESP control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060004.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023060004. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  5. 23V309000Received . 3,828 units.

    Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery Thermal / Management / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQE 350, S580e, 2022-2023 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2022 AMG EQS 53, and EQS 450+ vehicles. The high-voltage battery monitoring system software may not alert the driver of a battery malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 305, "Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 18, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070013.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023070013. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  6. 23V309000Received . 3,828 units.

    Electrical System / Propulsion System / Traction Battery Thermal / Management / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQE 350, S580e, 2022-2023 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2022 AMG EQS 53, and EQS 450+ vehicles. The high-voltage battery monitoring system software may not alert the driver of a battery malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 305, "Electric-powered vehicles: Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 18, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070013.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2023070013. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 22V493000Received . 8,530 units.

    Back Over Prevention / Display Function

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG EQS53, EQS580, EQS450, 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error in the MBUX multimedia system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080002.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2022080002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 22V467000Received . 2,526 units.

    Structure / Body / Bumpers

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, EQS 580 and AMG EQS53 vehicles. The front or rear bumper tow ring assembly may have insufficient thread depth, which can result in the tow ring detaching from the vehicle.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A tow ring that detaches during vehicle transport or loading can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect and replace the tow ring assembly thread, as necessary, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070019/20.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2020070019/20. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 22V190000Received . 8 units.

    Communication / Auto Crash Notification

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450 and EQS 580 vehicles. A software error may cause the overhead control panel to become permanently deactivated.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A deactivated overhead control panel will not allow an occupant to manually contact emergency personnel, delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the overhead control panel software, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 22V189000Received . 8,396 units.

    Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2022040010. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  11. 22V167000Received . 9,156 units.

    Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. A software error may disable the rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Disabled rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other driver's, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will update the rear signal software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040013.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2022040013. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  12. 22V112000Received . 24 units.

    Structure / Frame and Members

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4Matic, and AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ vehicles. The ground connection on the front-left longitudinal member and an electrical connection for the electric auxiliary heater in the engine compartment may be improperly secured.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Improperly secured electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, an improperly secured ground connection may cause the left headlight to not function, affecting visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the ground connection and the auxiliary heater electrical connection, and repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030019.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2022030019. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  13. 21V931000Received . 227 units.

    Electrical System / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580, 2022 EQS450, EQS580, and S500 vehicles with an active and connected Mercedes me connect account. The MBUX infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display while driving, causing a distraction for the driver.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    Driver distraction can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    MBUSA has updated their computer server to correct the issue for most vehicles, free of charge. For vehicles that were not able to be updated remotely, dealers will provide the software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

    Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 2022010003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

34 complaints, 63 component mentions.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
  • All 2022 vehicles
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+: complaints by component, per 1,000 component mentions
Component2022 EQS 450+All 2022 vehiclesEQS 450+, all yearsMentions
Forward Collision Avoidance381100.633724
Service Brakes206.354.5173.913
Electrical System127145.2173.98
Structure47.630.143.53
Vehicle Speed Control31.733.432.62
Unknown or Other31.797.421.72
Lane Departure31.724.443.52
Power Train31.798.343.52
Air Bags31.717.721.72
Wheels15.98.421.71

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 14.

Complaints that report a crash
5
Complaints that report a fire
0
Injuries in the complaints
3
Deaths in the complaints
0
Date of the newest complaint
28 Apr 2026

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+, by the year NHTSA received them. The largest year is 2023, with 13 complaints.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 202213
  2. 20233
  3. 20242

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

Official channels

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/mercedes-benz/eqs-450/2022/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
30 Sep 2026
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+?
52,462 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns for the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+, model years 2022 to 2024. 13 of them name the 2022 model year.
Which component do the complaints about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ name most often?
Forward Collision Avoidance: 24 of 63 component mentions, or 381 per 1,000. For all 2022 vehicles the figure is 100.6 per 1,000.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.