2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs 53, Mercedes-Benz Eqs 450, Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V112000 · 24 units potentially affected · filed Feb 25, 2022
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V112000
- Manufacturer no.
- 2022030019
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Units affected
- 24
- Report received
- Feb 25, 2022
- Owner letters
- Apr 15, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.