2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC.

2
recalls
8
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 26V073000 · reported February 6, 2026 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 11,895 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EQB 250+, 2022-2024 EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
The risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Also, owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. This recall replaces recalls 25V050 and 25V894. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V050 or 25V894 will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V050000 · reported February 7, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 12,236 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EQB 250, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC electric vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
The risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. This is a phased recall. Phase 1 owner letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. Phase 2 owner letters were mailed on October 31, 2025 and Phase 3 owner letters were mailed on December 12, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040005.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2026 · Electrical system · crash reported

I was driving very slowly down a residential side street and started to pull over to the right side to park behind a car. This parking spot was on a slight incline and the curb was made up of two slanted cobblestones. After I moved in to position within about 2 ft from the car in front of me, my car quickly…

Oct 12, 2026 · Electrical system

I own a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC, VIN […], manufactured in …. I am requesting a formal safety review regarding NHTSA recall 26V073, involving potential high-voltage battery fires. The official NHTSA recall report lists …, as the last affected vehicle production date. However, page 5 states that the supplier…

Jun 15, 2026 · Electrical system

I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious safety issue involving my vehicle. For an extended period of time, this vehicle has experienced recurring starting failures. On multiple occasions, the vehicle would not start, requiring service visits to the dealership. Despite repeated repair attempts, the…

Mar 25, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

My vehicle is not included in the current high voltage battery recall under NHTSA recall 26V073, as it has a manufacture date of 08/2024 per door jamb sticker, however, page 5 of the NHTSA report explicitly states “A change in the production procedure of our supplier ensures that this issue can no longer occur on…

Mar 15, 2026 · Engine

My vehicle is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300. Despite the nationwide recall (NHTSA 26V073000) for high-voltage battery fire risk, the manufacturer is providing conflicting and dangerous safety information. I was verbally instructed by dealership representatives to park my vehicle outdoors and limit charging to 80% to…

EQB 300 4MATIC model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2022 51100
2023 45410
2024 2820
2025 0200

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Questions

Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC, the most recent reported on February 6, 2026 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (5 complaints), followed by engine (2).
How many 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.