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NHTSA Recall 23V405000: Propulsion system (electrical system)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,281 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE.

8,281
vehicles potentially affected
6
models affected
2023
owners notified (July 19)
NHTSA campaign23V405000
Manufacturer campaign2023060009
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM
Report receivedJune 5, 2023
Owner notificationJuly 19, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

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. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060009.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V405000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE2023
Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS2022, 2023
Mercedes-Benz EQS 4502022
Mercedes-Benz EQS 5802022
Mercedes-Benz EQS4502023
Mercedes-Benz EQS5802023

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.