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2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz Eqb 250, Mercedes-Benz Eqb 250+, Mercedes-Benz Eqb 300 4MATIC +more: Electrical System recall

NHTSA campaign 25V050000 · 12K units potentially affected · filed Feb 7, 2025

🔥 NHTSA consumer advisory: Park outside and away from structures until repaired.

What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EQB 250, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC electric vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Why it matters

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. This is a phased recall. Phase 1 owner letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. Phase 2 owner letters were mailed on October 31, 2025 and Phase 3 owner letters were mailed on December 12, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040005.

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 nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
25V050000
Manufacturer no.
2025040005
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Units affected
12,236
Report received
Feb 7, 2025
Owner letters
May 22, 2025
Type
Vehicle

Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.

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