Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 6, 2025 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, across 2 model years (2023–2024). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2023, with 8 complaints
2023: 8202382024: 220242

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No EQE 500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 EQE 500: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
  2. 2024 EQE 500: 2 complaints, 2 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System310
Service Brakes212
Wheels210
Air Bags111
Engine110
Forward Collision Avoidance110
Power Train110
Tires110

All Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2024 EQE 50022—Wheels
2023 EQE 50082—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (8), 2024 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500?

Electrical System, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.