2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 recalls and problems

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 has 4 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 recalls

Recall 23V-309: Electrical System

Reported May 2, 2023 · 3,828 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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."

Risk: A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 22V-493: Back Over Prevention

Reported Jul 11, 2022 · 8,530 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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."

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 22V-467: Structure

Reported Jul 1, 2022 · 2,526 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: A tow ring that detaches during vehicle transport or loading can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 22V-112: Structure, Electrical System

Reported Feb 25, 2022 · 24 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Jul 6, 2025
On [XXX] my 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS unexpectedly surged forward while I was stationary in a drive-through lane, immediately after pressing the "P" (Park) button. There was no audible or visual collision warning, and no automatic braking intervention occurred. My wife was in the front passenger seat and did not observe any foot movement or pedal input that would have triggered acceleration. The surge was strong enough to push the vehicle in front of me into another car ahead of it. There were no injuries, but the event was violent and completely unexpected. The vehicle is currently at AutoNation…

Other Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 years

No other model years have data.

Compare all Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 years · All Mercedes-Benz models

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53: 23V-309 (electrical system), 22V-493 (back over prevention), 22V-467 (structure), 22V-112 (structure, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (1 reports).

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.