2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 Problems
Compared with other Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (2 complaints).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 96 MPGecombined, Electric RWD · 95 city / 98 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450. The part named most often is electrical system, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and forward collision avoidance (1). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 205 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the software and 124 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.
- Electrical system2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Fuel system1 20%
- Lane departure1 20%
- Steering1 20%
- Body and structure1 20%
- Wheels1 20%
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQS 450 Plus RWD | Electric | single-speed | 95 | 98 | 96 MPGe | $800 |
| EQS 450 Plus (SUV) RWD | Electric | single-speed | 88 | 83 | 86 MPGe | $850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V366000Jun 5, 2025Back over prevention › Warnings › External/pedestrian alertCovers: Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 2022–2024, EQE 2023–2025, EQE SUV 350 4MATIC 2023–2025 +10 more
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…
- 24V372000May 28, 2024Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery › Management system/energy…Covers: Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 2024, EQE 2023–2025, EQE SUV 350 4MATIC 2023–2025 +10 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 EQE 350 4MATIC, EQE 350+, EQE 500 4MATIC, EQS 450 4MATIC, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4MATIC, AMG EQE 53 4MATIC, AMG EQS 53 4MATIC, 2023-2025 EQE SUV 350 4MATIC, EQE SUV 350+, EQE SUV 500 4MATIC, EQS SUV 450…
- 24V115000Feb 16, 2024Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakersCovers: Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 2023–2024, Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC 2023–2024, Mercedes-Benz C300 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…
Recall details for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 → · 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. 205 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 EQS 450
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | — | 3 | — | 96 MPGe | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 35 | 6,000 | 7 | — | 85 MPGe | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2022 | 35 | 17,250 | 13 | — | 97 MPGe | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
All Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How efficient is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 according to the EPA?
The EPA rates the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 (EQS 450 Plus, Electric) at 96 MPGe combined, 95 city and 98 highway, with an estimated annual electricity cost of $800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other battery and motor versions are rated differently.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.