Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS Problems by Year

We compared every Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS model year from 2022–2023 using 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 3 recalls and federal defect investigations. No AMG EQS year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
11complaints
3recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

2022202347
Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20237—2Collision AvoidanceFew
20224—2AirbagFew

* Complaints compared with the median AMG EQS year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS problems

  • Brakesworst: 2023
    436%
  • Driver assistanceworst: 2023
    436%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2023
    327%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2023
    327%
  • Other / not specified
    218%
  • Air bagsworst: 2022
    19%
  • Lightsworst: 2022
    19%
  • Body & structureworst: 2022
    19%
  • Locks & latchesworst: 2023
    19%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2023
    19%

Latest Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS recalls

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

NHTSA recall 24V-115 · Feb 16, 2024 · 31,848 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.

Electrical system › Propulsion system

NHTSA recall 23V-405 · Jun 5, 2023 · 8,281 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQS 450, AMG EQS, EQS 580, and 2023 AMG EQE vehicles. A software error in the electric drivetrain may cause a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will update the electric drivetrain software, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed beginning July 19, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

NHTSA recall 22V-189 · Mar 25, 2022 · 8,396 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel.

Remedy: Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

All 3 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS should you avoid?

None of the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (4), driver assistance (4) and electrical system (3). Brake complaints peak in the 2023 model year.

How many recalls has the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS had?

3 recalls across 2022–2023. The model year with the most is 2022. See all Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.