2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC recalls and problems
1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC.
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recalls
3
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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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 EQS 450 4MATIC recalls
Back over prevention: warnings, external/pedestrian alert
NHTSA campaign 25V366000 · reported June 5, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 94 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
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."
The risk
A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
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.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Forward collision avoidance1
Lane departure1
Service brakes1
Steering1
Structure1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
May 11, 2026 · Air bags
I am submitting this report regarding a serious and potentially fatal unintended vehicle acceleration incident that occurred immediately after my vehicle was returned from repair. I originally brought the vehicle to the dealership’s body shop following a collision. The repairs included the replacement and repair of…
Mar 4, 2026 · Electrical system
Signs of arcing on high voltage charge port. The issue was first identified and reported to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership (Pleasanton, CA) at approximately 41,000 miles. Despite the safety implications, the dealership chose not to perform a repair has denied warranty coverage, claiming Electrify America…
Nov 18, 2025 · Steering
While driving, the vehicle’s lane keeping system applied an unintended and aggressive steering input during a lane change. I was merging left when the system suddenly forced the steering sharply to the right without driver command. This was not a gentle correction—it was a strong, unexpected movement that could have…
Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC, the most recent reported on June 5, 2025 (Back over prevention: warnings, external/pedestrian alert). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (1 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 11, 2026.