Key Takeaways
- The Mercedes EQB has been recalled several times for high-voltage battery fire risk. The February 2026 recall covers 11,895 EQBs, and the final fix was not yet available when it was filed.
- EQB owners under that recall are told to park outside, away from buildings, and charge to 80% or less.
- EQS and EQE models have been recalled for software that can cut drive power without warning.
- A recall alone does not make your Mercedes a lemon. Repeat repairs for the same problem, or 30+ days in the shop, can.
- Mercedes-Benz USA must buy back or replace a qualifying vehicle.
If your Mercedes-Benz EQB, EQE or EQS keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, California’s lemon law may require Mercedes-Benz USA to buy it back or replace it. The EQB has had repeated battery fire recalls, and owners have been told to park outside while they wait for a new battery. The EQS and EQE have been recalled for sudden loss of drive power. A recall alone is not a lemon law claim. Repairs that do not fix the problem, or long stretches out of service, can be.
What are the most common Mercedes EQ problems?
The most serious Mercedes EQ problems are EQB high-voltage battery fire risk and EQS/EQE software that can shut off drive power. In NHTSA’s owner complaints, electrical system, forward collision avoidance and brake problems come up most, with charging and screen issues frequently mentioned.
EQB battery fire risk
The EQB’s high-voltage battery can fail internally and catch fire, whether parked or driving. Mercedes recalled about 12,236 EQBs in February 2025 with a software update and an 80% charging limit. It added 169 more in December 2025, including cars already fixed. In February 2026, it replaced both recalls: 11,895 2022 to 2024 EQBs will get a new battery. When it was filed, the final fix was not yet available. Until then, owners are told to park outside, away from buildings, and charge to 80% or less.
A separate July 2025 recall covers 660 2022 and 2023 EQBs with incorrect screws inside the battery that can cause sudden loss of drive power. Owners are told to park outside until the battery is inspected or replaced.
EQS and EQE loss of drive power
In May 2024, Mercedes recalled 14,912 EQE and EQS sedans and SUVs, including Maybach and AMG versions, because the battery software’s memory can overload and shut off the high-voltage system without warning. In 2023, it recalled 8,281 EQS and AMG EQE models for drivetrain software that can cut drive power. Both fixes are software updates.
Fuses, brakes and steering
Other recalls cover faulty fuses that can cause power loss or fire (EQE and EQS among 31,848 Mercedes vehicles), software that could switch off ABS and stability control on 2022 EQS sedans, and a loose steering coupling bolt on some EQEs.
| Recall | Models and years | Vehicles | Problem | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V073 (Feb 2026) | 2022-2024 EQB | 11,895 | Battery fire risk; park outside, charge to 80% | New battery (final fix pending at filing) |
| 25V894 (Dec 2025) | 2022-2023 EQB | 169 | Battery fire risk | Replaced by 26V073 |
| 25V533 (Aug 2025) | 2023-2026 EQE (and GLC) | 3,749 (all models) | Loose steering coupling bolt | Tighten bolt |
| 25V487 (Jul 2025) | 2022-2023 EQB | 660 | Battery screws, loss of drive power; park outside | Inspect or replace battery |
| 25V050 (Feb 2025) | 2022-2025 EQB | about 12,236 | Battery fire risk | Replaced by 26V073 |
| 24V372 (May 2024) | 2023-2025 EQE, EQS sedans and SUVs | 14,912 | High-voltage system shuts off | Software update |
| 24V115 (Feb 2024) | 2023-2024 EQE, EQS and other models | 31,848 (all models) | Faulty fuses, power loss or fire | New fuse box |
| 23V405 (Jun 2023) | 2022-2023 EQS, 2023 AMG EQE | 8,281 | Loss of drive power | Software update |
| 23V360 (May 2023) | 2022 EQS (and S-Class) | 7,558 | ABS and stability control can switch off | Software update |
The table shows the main recalls. Smaller campaigns cover pedestrian warning sounds, headlight software and trim parts. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see every recall for your car.
Is my Mercedes EQ a lemon if it has been recalled?
Not by itself. A recall is Mercedes offering a free repair. Your EQB, EQE or EQS may be a lemon when that repair, or any warranty repair, does not fix the problem after a reasonable number of tries.
California presumes a reasonable number of tries if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery:
- A problem that could cause death or serious injury was repaired 2 or more times, and you notified Mercedes-Benz USA directly.
- The same problem was repaired 4 or more times, and you notified Mercedes-Benz USA directly.
- The car was out of service for repairs for more than 30 days in total.
You can still qualify outside those limits. Waiting months for a replacement battery while parking outside and limiting charging is worth having a lawyer review.
What can I recover?
Mercedes-Benz USA must buy back or replace a qualifying vehicle. A buyback generally refunds what you paid, including the down payment, payments, taxes and fees, minus a mileage offset for use before the first repair. If Mercedes willfully ignored its obligations, a civil penalty of up to two times your damages may be available. Many EQ models are leased, and leased cars are covered too. See our Mercedes lemon law page.
What should I document?
- Every repair order: dates in and out, mileage, your complaint and what was done
- Recall letters, including any instruction to park outside or limit charging
- Photos of warning messages and screen errors
- Notes on each loss of power: date, speed and what happened
- Calls and emails with Mercedes-Benz customer care
Use our guide to documenting repair attempts.
Why work with a trial firm?
American Lemon Law Group is a trial firm. We prepare every case for trial and handle it from first call to verdict, without handing it to another firm. California law requires the manufacturer to pay your attorney fees when you win, so there is no cost to you.
Mercedes EQ lemon law FAQ
Is the Mercedes EQB a fire risk? Some are. Mercedes has recalled 2022 to 2025 EQBs for high-voltage battery fire risk. Under the February 2026 recall, owners are told to park outside and charge to 80% or less until the battery is replaced.
Is there a fix for the EQB battery recall? The remedy is a free battery replacement, but the final fix was not yet available when the recall was filed in February 2026. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the current status.
Why did my EQS or EQE lose power? Mercedes recalled EQS and EQE models in 2023 and 2024 for software that can shut off drive power without warning. If it happens again after the update, each repair visit counts toward a lemon law claim.
Can I get a buyback for my Mercedes EQB? Yes, if it qualifies under California’s lemon law. Mercedes-Benz USA must buy back or replace a vehicle it cannot fix after a reasonable number of attempts.
Is a leased Mercedes EQ covered? Yes. California’s lemon law covers leased vehicles.
Do I pay for a lawyer? No. The manufacturer pays your attorney fees if you win.
Mercedes EQ still not right after repairs? Talk to a California lemon law trial firm. Free case review: (877) 215-5125.
Disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different. This article is general information, not legal advice.
Sources (recall data as of October 27, 2026)
- NHTSA recall records linked in the table above
- InsideEVs: Mercedes EQS and EQE software recall
- NHTSA complaint data