2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 Problems & Complaints

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Owners have filed 54 complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. There isn't enough complaint history for the EQB300 to compare model years reliably. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (39 complaints, typically around 15,000 miles). 4 recalls cover this model year, including 4 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning.

54complaints
4recalls
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 problems

  • Electrical system~15,000 miles
    3972%
  • Other / not specified
    917%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    917%
  • Engine & cooling
    611%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    59%
  • Driver assistance
    36%
  • Brakes~20,000 miles
    24%
  • Air bags
    12%
  • Seat belts
    12%
  • Wheels & tires
    12%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    12%

Share of the 54 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mercedes-Benz EQB300 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mercedes-Benz EQB300. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Compare all Mercedes-Benz EQB300 years →

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 recalls (4)

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery

NHTSA recall 26V-073 · Feb 6, 2026 · 11,895 vehiclesPark outside

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EQB 250+, 2022-2024 EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Also, owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the remedy has been…

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery

NHTSA recall 25V-894 · Dec 19, 2025 · 169 vehiclesPark outside

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 EQB 250, 2022-2023 EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 25V050 will need to be repaired again.

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery

NHTSA recall 25V-487 · Jul 25, 2025 · 660 vehiclesPark outside

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQB 350 4MATIC, and EQB 300 4MATIC vehicles. The bus bar in the high voltage battery may be secured with incorrect screws, which can cause the system to have a sudden loss of drive power without warning.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery as necessary, free of charge.

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery

NHTSA recall 25V-050 · Feb 7, 2025 · 12,236 vehiclesPark outside

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EQB 250, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC electric vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge.

What 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 owners say

Electrical system all 39 →

The contact leased a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC. The contact stated that upon delivery of the vehicle, the contact was advised not to charge the vehicle above 80%. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the electrical settings were reset upon starting the vehicle. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V073000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

15,000 miles · Jun 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and decelerated to 30 MPH. The contact drove the vehicle to a local charging station to recharge the battery; however, the vehicle failed to recharge. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.

12V/24V/48V battery · 5,000 miles · Aug 2024

Fuel & propulsion system

My 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 (VIN [redacted] ) is subject to a high-voltage battery safety recall involving a risk of internal short circuit and fire. Mercedes-Benz has acknowledged that the battery pack in affected vehicles can fail at high state of charge and may cause a thermal event while driving or parked. There is currently NO REMEDY available. Mercedes has already issued prior recalls attempting software fixes, but those did not resolve the defect. The manufacturer now states that the only remedy is full battery replacement, yet replacement battery packs are not available and no timeline has been provided. I have been instructed to park the vehicle outdoors due to fire risk. This is a major safety hazard that affects my home, property, and personal safety. …

Mar 2026

My 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB is included in the high-voltage battery fire recall (NHTSA campaign 26V073). The recall states the battery cells may fail internally at a high state of charge, causing an internal short circuit and a potential fire whether the vehicle is parked or being driven, with no advance warning while parked. As interim safety measures, Mercedes-Benz instructed me to limit charging to 80% and to park the vehicle outdoors, away from structures. These restrictions materially impair the vehicle's use: I cannot charge to full capacity and cannot park in my garage due to the fire risk to my home. The permanent remedy is replacement of the high-voltage battery pack. However, my Mercedes-Benz dealer has informed me that the replacement parts will not be available until 2027. …

Jun 2026

Engine & cooling

The vehicle experienced multiple electrical and safety-related malfunctions while driving. On several occasions the instrument cluster and vehicle screens suddenly went black while the vehicle was in motion, causing loss of critical driving information such as speed and warnings. In another incident the vehicle displayed a "High Voltage Malfunction" warning while driving and the vehicle shut down shortly after. This resulted in a sudden loss of propulsion and created a dangerous situation on the road. The vehicle has also displayed a "Coolant Too Hot - Stop Vehicle" warning which required replacement of the coolant pump at the dealership. In a separate event the vehicle lost battery charge unexpectedly after indicating a full charge and had to be towed to a charging station. The vehicle is also subject to Safety Recall 26V073 involving the high-voltage battery. …

Sep 2024

Dear NHTSA Safety Team, I am submitting a formal safety-related complaint regarding my 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250, which is currently under an active high-voltage battery recall. The recall imposes significant safety restrictions, including an 80% charging limit, a requirement to park the vehicle outside due to fire risk, and the inability to safely charge the vehicle at home. Additionally, I have been advised by my dealership that DC fast charging should not be used, further limiting the vehicle's usability. Mercedes-Benz has informed me that the remedy requires a full high-voltage battery replacement, which may take many months (until at least December). In the meantime, the vehicle is not usable as a daily vehicle due to the combined safety and charging restrictions. …

Mar 2026

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 a good car?

There isn't enough complaint history for the EQB300 to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300?

The electrical system — 39 complaints, 72% of all complaints for this model year, most often about 12v/24v/48v battery. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (9) and engine & cooling (6).

How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 have?

There are 4 recalls for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300, the most recent from February 6, 2026 (traction battery). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

At what mileage do 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB300 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 15,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.