Mercedes-Benz EQS Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Mercedes-Benz EQS — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2024 | 0 | 7 | 2 | STRUCTURE | Full report → |
| 2023Worst | 0 | 59 | 18 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | Full report → |
| 2022 | 0 | 45 | 6 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | Full report → |
Most Common EQS Problems
Based on 111 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mercedes-Benz EQS Reliability
What year EQS has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 59 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2023 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS reliable?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS has accumulated 111 owner-filed complaints and 0 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used EQS.
What are the most common EQS problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Mercedes-Benz EQS across recent model years are: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (17 reports), SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (16 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (9 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my EQS has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Mercedes-Benz EQS using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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