CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4Matic, and AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ vehicles. The ground connection on the front-left longitudinal member and an electrical connection for the electric auxiliary heater in the engine compartment may be improperly secured.
- Risk
- Improperly secured electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, an improperly secured ground connection may cause the left headlight to not function, affecting visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the ground connection and the auxiliary heater electrical connection, and repair them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022030019.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2022 electric Mercedes-Benz EQS vehicles may have a ground connection on the front-left frame member and an electrical connection for the electric auxiliary heater in the engine compartment that are not properly secured. A loose connection like this can increase the risk of an electrical fire. A poorly secured ground connection may also cause the left headlight to stop working, which reduces visibility and raises the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the ground connection and the auxiliary heater electrical connection and repair them as needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2022. If you have questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
To check whether your vehicle is affected, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 | 2022 |