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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Recall: Backup Alert

2025 MERCEDES-BENZ EQS SUV 580 4MATIC: BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT

Updated June 5, 2025

Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2022-2025 S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV and EQS vehicles because the backup warning sound system may malfunction, failing to alert pedestrians when the vehicle is reversing and increasing crash risk.

Is the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on June 5, 2025. Details below.

What is recalled

2022-2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, and EQS vehicles equipped with the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS). See the full recall report at NHTSA for the complete list of affected model years and variants. Recall number: 2025070005.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2022-2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV, or EQS. Check the NHTSA recall report for your specific model and year to confirm.

What to do right now

Take your vehicle to a Mercedes-Benz dealer for a free AVAS software update. If you received an owner notification letter mailed August 1, 2025, follow the instructions in that letter. Contact Mercedes-Benz USA at 1-800-367-6372 if you have questions or did not receive a notification letter.

Contact: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

The hazard

A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

Brands affected

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-25V366000
Recalled
June 5, 2025
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