2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other EQS 580 4MATIC years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC. That is the most of any EQS 580 4MATIC model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 50%), typically at around 31,775 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 50% | 31,775 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 38% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 13% | 200 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC recalls (2)
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Back over prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian alert
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV and EQS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Software in the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) may cause an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
Risk: A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the AVAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025070005.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under recall 24V-115. An incorrect fuse box that was not designed for the vehicle may have been installed.
Risk: An incorrect fuse box can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025050003/4.
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.
Phantom braking brings vehicle to a stop like it hand an accident. Driver experiences loud warning sounds with sudden engagement of emergency brakes. It is terrifying experience so car was brought to the dealership multiple times but the canât not fix the issue since it canât be reproduced
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC. The contact stated that while attempting to open the front driverâs side door, the door sensors failed to detect a hand and retracted independently and closed on the right index finger. Medical attention was not sought. The failure mileage was…
I would like to report 3 issues. One, happened yesterday, XXX. Driving on [XXX], in clear weather, no obstacles, no vehicles around, the vehicle engaged emergency breaking and pulled seatbelts as if there was an imminent crash. Second issue, the carpet behind rear doors is separating on both sides…
The electric refrigerant compressor on my 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC SUV failed without warning. On this vehicle, the compressor is a dual-function safety-critical component: it provides cabin air conditioning and, more importantly, active cooling for the high-voltage lithium-ion battery…
There are several issue with the 2024 Mercedes EQS. I had the car have a full system failure and stop in the middle of the road with no warning. It could not even be towed. Apparently coolant was leaking without any warning. This caused a complete system failure- car wouldn't power on, couldn't be…
Other Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 2 |
| 2022 EQS 580 4MATIC | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other EQS 580 4MATIC model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.