Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS Reliable?
2022–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mercedes-Benz EQS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 2 | 15 | 15 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2023 | 6 | 30 | 8 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2022 | 8 | 24 | 3 | — | 63 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the EQS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The EQS scores 3 points below the average hybrid. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Mercedes-Benz EQS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 69 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS reliable?+
The Mercedes-Benz EQS scores 71/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 69 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year EQS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2025 EQS achieved the highest reliability score of 80/100 with 2 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a EQS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mercedes-Benz EQS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used EQS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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