2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ recalls and problems

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
9
Crashes / fires
4 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ recalls

Recall 25V-366: Back Over Prevention

Reported Jun 5, 2025 · 94 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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."

Risk: A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

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.

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.

2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System5
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Service Brakes3
Equipment1
Power Train1
Air Bags1
Structure1
Exterior Lighting1
Steering1
Lane Departure1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
  • Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1

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 EQS 450+ complaints

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

Electrical System · reported Oct 22, 2026
My 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ repeatedly showed "Active Brake Assist Functions Limited," "Active Emergency Stop Assist Inoperative," and Blind Spot Assist warnings, photographed by September 23, 2026. On September 24, I reported these issues and showed photos to an authorized dealer. Electronic repairs were performed, but warnings returned. The repair record lists Blind Spot Assist as "not verified"; I have no record of an Active Brake Assist test. On October 8, while turning left across oncoming traffic, the car was in a collision. Automatic emergency braking did not activate. I know the…
Exterior Lighting · reported Jan 5, 2026
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 freeway signs. I was able to regain control of the car before a collision and get back on the freeway. I continued on the freeway at a lower speed and after another 1000 feet or so, the car's steering wheel once again took a hard right turn, forcing the vehicle onto the shoulder…
Air Bags · reported Aug 4, 2025
I was on interstate hwy the car had a Mal-function indicator and the drive train locked up. brakes did not work, steering did not work the car spinner 3 times and was stopped by hitting the concrete barier. the air bags did not work either. I believe the entire battery or power system had shut down as I also got the 12 v back up battery is running out.
Service Brakes · reported Dec 22, 2024
I reported last week about the brakes automatically coming on Tracking #11631195 It happened again today in reverse at 2-3 mph. Brakes activated and jolted me

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+: 25V-366 (back over prevention), 23V-309 (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 EQS 450+?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (5 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (4).

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.