{"id":"2022_mercedes_benz_eqs","make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"EQS","model_slug":"eqs","year":2022,"url":"/mercedes-benz/eqs/2022/","pts":["bev"],"configs":[{"id":44785,"model":"EQS 450 Plus","pt":"bev","drive":"Rear-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (A1)","cyl":null,"displ":null,"eng":"","turbo":false,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":97,"hwy":97,"comb":97,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":35.0,"range":350,"range_city":0,"range_hwy":0,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":12.5,"charge240b":0.0,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"245 kW ACPM 6-Phase","fuel":"Electricity","vclass":"Large Cars","co2":0,"fe_score":10,"ghg_score":10,"fuel_cost":800,"save_spend":7250,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"MBX","modified":"Wed Feb 02 00:00:00 EST 2022"},{"id":45023,"model":"EQS 580 4matic","pt":"bev","drive":"All-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (A1)","cyl":null,"displ":null,"eng":"","turbo":false,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":92,"hwy":99,"comb":95,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":35.5155,"range":340,"range_city":0,"range_hwy":0,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":12.5,"charge240b":0.0,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"135 and 255 kW AC 3-Phase","fuel":"Electricity","vclass":"Large Cars","co2":0,"fe_score":10,"ghg_score":10,"fuel_cost":800,"save_spend":7250,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"MBX","modified":"Wed Mar 16 00:00:00 EDT 2022"},{"id":46330,"model":"AMG EQS 4matic Plus","pt":"bev","drive":"All-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (A1)","cyl":null,"displ":null,"eng":"","turbo":false,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":76,"hwy":78,"comb":77,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":43.9782,"range":277,"range_city":274,"range_hwy":281,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":12.5,"charge240b":0.0,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"174 and 310 kW AC 3-Phase","fuel":"Electricity","vclass":"Large Cars","co2":0,"fe_score":10,"ghg_score":10,"fuel_cost":1000,"save_spend":6250,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"MBX","modified":"Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023"}],"vclass":"Large Cars","segment":"Large car","recalls":[{"campaign":"25V366000","component":"BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2025-06-05","owner_notified":"2025-08-01","units":94,"summary":"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.","notes":"","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2025070005","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"23V464000","component":"SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2023-06-30","owner_notified":"2023-07-28","units":6,"summary":"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":"Unsecured seat belts may not properly restrain occupants in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.","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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2023070009","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"23V405000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2023-06-05","owner_notified":"2023-07-19","units":8281,"summary":"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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2023060009","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"23V360000","component":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2023-05-19","owner_notified":"2023-06-23","units":7558,"summary":"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":"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":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2023060004","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"23V309000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2023-05-02","owner_notified":"2023-08-18","units":3828,"summary":"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":"A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury.","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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2023070013","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"23V074000","component":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2023-02-10","owner_notified":"2023-03-31","units":3,"summary":"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.","consequence":"Impaired deployment of an air bag can increase the risk of injury.  Impaired driver assistance safety systems can increase the risk of a crash.","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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2023030002","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"22V493000","component":"BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-07-11","owner_notified":"2022-08-19","units":8530,"summary":"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":"An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.","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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022080002","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"22V467000","component":"STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-07-01","owner_notified":"2022-08-24","units":2526,"summary":"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":"A tow ring that detaches during vehicle transport or loading can increase the risk of a crash or injury.","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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2020070019/20","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"22V190000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-03-25","owner_notified":"2022-04-01","units":8,"summary":"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":"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":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"22V189000","component":"STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-03-25","owner_notified":"2022-05-09","units":8396,"summary":"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":"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":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022040010","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"22V167000","component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-03-18","owner_notified":"2022-05-13","units":9156,"summary":"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":"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":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022040013","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"22V112000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2022-02-25","owner_notified":"2022-04-15","units":24,"summary":"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":"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":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022030019","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"critical"},{"campaign":"21V00J000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2021-12-27","owner_notified":"2022-02-23","units":1239,"summary":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS450, S500, and S580 vehicles.  The communication module software may restrict or disable the emergency call system (eCall).","consequence":"A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.","remedy":"The communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022.  Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.  MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022010006.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022010006","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"21V931000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE","mfr":"Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC","reported":"2021-11-29","owner_notified":"2022-01-25","units":227,"summary":"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":"Driver distraction can increase the risk of a crash.","remedy":"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.","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.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"2022010003","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"}],"recall_count":14,"critical_count":1,"park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"score":35,"grade":"F","complaints":{"count":45,"crash":6,"fire":2,"injured":6,"deaths":0,"comps":[["Forward Collision Avoidance",26],["Service Brakes",15],["Electrical System",11],["Structure",3],["Vehicle Speed Control",3],["Unspecified",2]],"by_year":{"2022":10,"2023":16,"2024":10,"2025":6,"2026":3},"excerpts":[["2026-04-28","Electrical System","The speed limit indicator included in the software package flashes constantly (approximately once per second), both inside the instrument cluster and in the Heads Up Display. The speed limit shown is almost always not accurate to the current speed limit, even when passing multiple very clear road signs showing the spee\u2026"],["2026-01-08","Wheels","Tires being designated as the preferred tires via Mercedes are Bridgestone Turanza LS100 265/40R21 These tires go from new to under 3\" of thread left, how is this possible. Yes EV vehicles are heavy but its clear these tire are not made sufficient enough to handle this vehicle. In addition to having to change all tires\u2026"],["2026-01-05","Exterior Lighting","About 1000 feet after merging onto a 4 lane freeway with sparse traffic, we were driving the car in the 3rd lane from the right. Suddenly the car's steering wheel took a hard right turn, forcing the car through multiple other lanes and onto the shoulder of the freeway, through an unpaved area, nearly colliding with fre\u2026"]]},"investigations":[{"action":"DP22005","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM","opened":"2023-01-27","closed":"2023-08-07","campaign":"22V063000","subject":"Pedestrian alert sounds","summary":"NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matt"}],"ncap":[],"popularity":999,"headline":{"range":350,"mpg":null,"ncap":null,"complaints":45},"presskit_trims":[],"generated_at":"2026-09-11 05:01 UTC","sources":["EPA fueleconomy.gov","NHTSA recalls","NHTSA complaints","NHTSA NCAP","NHTSA investigations"]}