Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 13, 2026 · 31 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 31 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+, across 3 model years (2022–2024). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is forward collision avoidance.

Peak: 2023, with 18 complaints
2022: 8202282023: 182023182024: 520245

n = 31 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No EQS 450+ model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 EQS 450+: 18 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2022 EQS 450+: 8 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2024 EQS 450+: 5 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 EQS 450+ problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Forward Collision Avoidance1431
Electrical System1333
Service Brakes1032
Power Train330
Fuel/propulsion System220
Lane Departure220
Steering221
Structure221
Air Bags111
Equipment110
Exterior Lighting111
Suspension110
Vehicle Speed Control111
Wheels110

All Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2024 EQS 450+52—Electrical System
2023 EQS 450+183—Forward Collision Avoidance
2022 EQS 450+82—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (18), 2022 (8), 2024 (5). 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 EQS 450+?

Forward Collision Avoidance, with 14 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ have?

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