2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2026 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other EQB 300 4MATIC years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC. That ranks 3rd out of 4 EQB 300 4MATIC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 57%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System4
Engine2
Unknown or Other2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System457%———
Engine229%———
Unknown or Other229%———
Forward Collision Avoidance114%———
Fuel/propulsion System114%———
Service Brakes114%———
Vehicle Speed Control114%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 5 complaints
2025: 2202522026: 520265

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC recalls (2)

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Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryPark outsideFeb 6, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V073000 · 11,895 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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.

Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryPark outsideFeb 7, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V050000 · 12,236 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. This is a phased recall. Phase 1 owner letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. Phase 2 owner letters were mailed on October 31, 2025 and Phase 3 owner letters were mailed on December 12, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040005.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I own a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC, VIN [XXX], manufactured in XXX. I am requesting a formal safety review regarding NHTSA recall 26V073, involving potential high-voltage battery fires. The official NHTSA recall report lists XXX, as the last affected vehicle production date. However, page 5…

Electrical System · received Oct 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770593

I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious safety issue involving my vehicle. For an extended period of time, this vehicle has experienced recurring starting failures. On multiple occasions, the vehicle would not start, requiring service visits to the dealership. Despite repeated repair…

Electrical System · received Jun 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11744337

My vehicle is not included in the current high voltage battery recall under NHTSA recall 26V073, as it has a manufacture date of 08/2024 per door jamb sticker, however, page 5 of the NHTSA report explicitly states “A change in the production procedure of our supplier ensures that this issue can…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 25, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11727121

My vehicle is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300. Despite the nationwide recall (NHTSA 26V073000) for high-voltage battery fire risk, the manufacturer is providing conflicting and dangerous safety information. I was verbally instructed by dealership representatives to park my vehicle outdoors and limit…

Engine · received Mar 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11724420

Although I have not experienced safety issues myself, this exact model+year combination has been recalled more than once: 2024 Mercedes EQB 300 4matic, and when I searched by my VIN it shows recall. I’m very concerned if my car is mistakenly not included - what if it has battery issue/fire risk…

Unknown or Other · received Feb 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11718584

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other EQB 300 4MATIC model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.