NHTSA Campaign 24V331000
POWER TRAIN
Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Reported May 10, 2024 · 283 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQB 300 and EQB 350 vehicles. The welded spur gear within the front axle electric drivetrain may not have been welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection."
Consequence
An improperly welded spur gear can fail and result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front axle electric drivetrain, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060007.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQB 300 4MATIC | 2022 | 283 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | EQB 350 4MATIC | 2022 | 283 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V331000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.