NHTSA Recall 26V073000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Park outside Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,895 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V073000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | February 6, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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 completed. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. This recall replaces recalls 25V050 and 25V894. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V050 or 25V894 will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 13, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V073000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ | 2023, 2024 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
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.