2023 MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 500 4MATIC
3 recalls, 5 complaints
25V533000 Aug 20, 2025
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
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.
25V366000 Jun 5, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
Defect Description
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.... Read more
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.
25V255000 May 12, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
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.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Apr 16, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 16, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
Transmission issue? Hard clunk/jerk when approaching highway speed. Happens intermittently without throwing a code. Feels like it's trying to shift down into a low gear for no reason. So far the problem has been quick to resolve right after it occurs. No error codes. It has done this a handful of ti... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 16, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
I previously opened NHTSA Complaint Number11637208 on January 20, 2025 regarding the internal engine failure of my 2021 Yukon Denial XL on January 3, 2025. After filing that Complaint, the engine in my Yukon was replaced by GMC in February 2025. After replacement, the engine was allegedly tested, ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 8, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
Engine started knocking and within a couple days my wife was left stranded. The vehicle went into limp mode with check engine light flashing, and would not accelerate. The vehicle stopped completely in the middle of the road and lost all power, which could’ve caused a major accident. Scheduled mai... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 8, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
Lane departure assist, adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking, adaptive high beam, forward collision warning system became unresponsive while driving on highway during trip. Had to take vehicle into GM dealership for ADAS camera replacement.
MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 500 4MATIC - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 500 4MATIC across all model years (2023, 2024).
5
Total Recalls
5
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 500 4MATIC - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2023 (current) | 3 | 5 |