2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 33,500miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by brakes (3) and electrical system (2). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 33,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 239 technical service bulletins for this model year. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 43%
- Electrical system2 29%
- Other or unknown2 29%
- Engine cooling1 14%
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “I had a forward collision with 2 cars. My brake has been failed and forward collision warning system failed. I leased the car because of the safety features but I am really disappointed. Since I had my kids in the car with me. It was a really horrible experience and I can't drive the car anymore because of the safety issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11530268, filed 2023-07Brakes: “- Emergency braking, Yes available. - It's a fatal issue. My family and I are at collision risk. - No they always say “Not duplicate the issue” -Inspected by the dealer. - the collision warning Sound went off. I was driving on the highway by speed 60 mph and no cars were behind me and the car in front of me was so far and suddenly the emergency brake sound went off and the car suddenly stopped with hard and terrified brake and all the seat belts had tightened up.”
NHTSA complaint #11615719, filed 2024-09Electrical system: “When operating the vehicle, the MBUX system will switch the User Profile without warning. When doing this it will reposition the driver seat for the new profile which causing interruption to the driver operating the vehicle. During the unexpected change the driver seat and the external mirrors will reposition to the switched User Profile. This has been reported to the Dealer (Mercedez Benz of Tampa) numerous times. The MBUX System was updated by the dealer Service Dept. (04 Jan - 10 Jan 2024) but has not resolved the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11575009, filed 2024-03Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 20,000 and 47,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V115000Feb 16, 2024Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakersCovers: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 2023–2024, EQS 450 2023–2024, Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC 2023–2024 +20 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe…
- 23V405000Jun 5, 2023Electrical system › Propulsion systemCovers: Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 2022–2023, EQS 450 2022–2023, EQS 580 2022–2023 +1 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQS 450, AMG EQS, EQS 580, and 2023 AMG EQE vehicles. A software error in the electric drivetrain may cause a loss of drive power.
Recall details for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 239 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038188Sep 26, 2026Steering. Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see…
- 11038222Sep 25, 2026Electrical system. A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. The update is free of charge and runs in the background, which…
- 11038186Sep 22, 2026Brakes. Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is similar to a tire or wheel vibration, it is usually readily noticeable that it is…
- 11038175Sep 17, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Issue after OTA Update IC Odometer Reading blank("_ _ _ _") IC Maintanence data unavailable Cause OTA Update E61.0 Remedy In the IC Control Unit Log, please check the following…
- 11038174Sep 15, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations. The UI continues to show the old station’s artwork instead of updating to the new one. Cause When a new station change…
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Body and structure. Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise continues to occur even…
- 11037806Sep 11, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑")…
- 11037228Aug 28, 2026Steering. Complaint During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time. OR Rattling, humming, dry sliding/gravel noise from the electric steering…
- 11036511Aug 24, 2026Electrical system, Body and structure. Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. EXAMPLE: when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy…
- 11036608Aug 22, 2026Electrical system. Complaint Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious cause usually with one of the following scenarios: • Flashing without a speed limit ("‑ ‑")…
Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 33,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Too new |
All Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by brakes with 3.
Has the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 33,500 miles and the middle half falls between 20,000 and 47,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.