2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
14
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
48
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2022 EQS and 48 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking, with 19 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING19
- STRUCTURE:BODY4
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS4
- AIR BAGS3
- WHEELS3
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL3
2022 EQS Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT · 25V366000
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."
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.
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · 23V464000
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.
Remedy: 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM · 23V405000
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.
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.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · 23V360000
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.
Remedy: 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE · 23V309000
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."
Remedy: 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · 23V074000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS580 vehicles. The multi-purpose camera and the rearview mirror may be insufficiently attached to the windshield and may detach, impairing front passenger air bag deployment and various assistance systems, including Adaptive Cruise Control (DISTRONIC) with active steering assist, Brake Assists with pedestrian detection, Lane Keeping Assists, Traffic Sign Assist, Augmented Reality function and Rain and Light Sensors.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023030002.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 22V493000
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."
Remedy: 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS · 22V467000
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.
Remedy: 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.
COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · 22V190000
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.
Remedy: 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.
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR · 22V189000
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.
Remedy: 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.
2022 EQS Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LI82.85-P-074735 | Oct 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint When switching the front passenger display on and off, sporadic images may be shown that are similar to stains on the display. This complaint need not be a permanent o… | 11039100 |
| LI46.10-P-080896 | Sep 26, 2026 | STEERING | Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the slee… | 11038188 |
| OTA-Comm. Mod. SW. Update | Sep 25, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. The update is free of charge and runs in the b… | 11038222 |
| LI42.10-P-078779 | Sep 22, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticea… | 11038186 |
| LI54.30-P-080963 | Sep 17, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Issue after OTA Update IC Odometer Reading blank("_ _ _ _") IC Maintanence data unavailable Cause OTA Update E61.0 Remedy In the IC Control Unit Log, please check the… | 11038175 |
| LI82.60-P-080383 | Sep 15, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations. The UI continues to show the old station’s artwork instead of updating to the new one. Cause When a… | 11038174 |
| LI82.62-P-078631 | Sep 14, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise c… | 11038217 |
| LI54.71-P-079104 | Sep 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without… | 11037806 |
| LI46.35-P-067339 | Aug 28, 2026 | STEERING | Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time. OR Rattling, humming, dry sliding/gravel noise from t… | 11037228 |
| LI72.20-P-075746 | Aug 24, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket,… | 11036511 |
| LI54.71-P-079104 | Aug 22, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without… | 11036608 |
| LI82.85-P-079088 | Aug 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint The following most common complaints may be observed: • Brief connectivity interruptions when using Apple CarPlay over Wi-Fi • Audio cuts out • Device not recogn… | 11036237 |
| LI54.10-P-080880 | Aug 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Customer Complaint: - AC charging is not possible. - The departure time, charging pause, location-based charging or target SOC limit is automatically set to 50% or to… | 11036192 |
| LI54.65-P-080132 | Aug 12, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5… | 11036142 |
| LI54.10-P-080881 | Aug 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint AC and DC charging are not possible. The white LED on the charging inlet completely goes OFF after plugging in the charging cable. Related DTCs in quick test: There ar… | 11036138 |
| LI82.62-P-078631 | Aug 6, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise c… | 11036101 |
| LI40.10-P-059248 | Jul 21, 2026 | WHEELS, STRUCTURE:BODY | Complaint Crackling and cracking noise from the outer wheel on the front axle when cornering Cause The noise is generated by a micromovement on the contact surface between the r… | 11035214 |
| CL -Plug & Charge Improv. | Jul 17, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | A software update is available to enable Plug & Charge at Tesla Superchargers. Schedule a workshop visit with your dealer to receive the update. | 11035341 |
| LI35.30-P-058566 | Jul 14, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of tr… | 11035005 |
| LI54.71-P-079104 | Jul 9, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without… | 11035016 |
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