The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS AMG 4MATIC. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. While exiting the vehicle, the vehicle shut off. The vehicle automatically locked after closing the door. The contact's child became locked inside the vehicle on several occasions. The contact's husband was able to unlock the doors with his phone. The contact had previously been stranded for three hours. The vehicle was towed on a flatbed to the local dealer, and a software check was performed. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the coolant level was low. The contact was informed that the anti-theft system was working as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
The worst 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Driver assistance4
- Brakes3
- Acceleration2
- Electrical2
- Engine1
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- Driver assistance4
- Brakes3
- Acceleration2
- Electrical2
- Engine1
- Locks1
Recalls 2
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 C300, AMG C43, S580e, S580, Maybach S580, Maybach S680, AMG SL43, AMGSL63, GLC300, EQE350, EQE500, EQS450, EQS580, AMG EQS, 2023 S500, AMG SL55, AMG EQE, 2024 E350, E450, AMG C63e S, CLE300 Coupe, CLE450 Coupe, and GLC300 Coupe vehicles. The 80-Amp fuses may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the fuses to fail.
- Risk
- An 80-Amp fuse that fails can result in a sudden loss of drive power or a loss of critical safety functions such as the restraint systems or instrument cluster, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the main fuse boxes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030008.
Recall number 24V115000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 EQS 450, AMG EQS, EQS 580, and 2023 AMG EQE vehicles. A software error in the electric drivetrain may cause a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the electric drivetrain software, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed beginning July 19, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060009.
Recall number 23V405000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs 241
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- When switching the front passenger display on and off, sporadic images may be shown that are similar to...
- Issue A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system...
- Slight creaking noises when steering
- A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Issue after OTA Update IC Odometer Reading blank("_ _ _ _") IC Maintanence data unavailable
- Radio station cover art does not refresh when switching stations
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Traffic sign symbol for "Traffic Sign Assist" is blinking in instrument cluster without obvious
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
What 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
- Emergency braking, Yes available. - It's a fatal issue. My family and I are at collision risk. - No they always say “Not duplicate the issue” -Inspected by the dealer. - the collision warning Sound went off. I was driving on the highway by speed 60 mph and no cars were behind me and the car in front of me was so far and suddenly the emergency brake sound went off and the car suddenly stopped with hard and terrified brake and all the seat belts had tightened up.
See uploaded file sent to mercedes-benz. Includes description of incident
When operating the vehicle, the MBUX system will switch the User Profile without warning. When doing this it will reposition the driver seat for the new profile which causing interruption to the driver operating the vehicle. During the unexpected change the driver seat and the external mirrors will reposition to the switched User Profile. This has been reported to the Dealer (Mercedez Benz of Tampa) numerous times. The MBUX System was updated by the dealer Service Dept. (04 Jan - 10 Jan 2024) but has not resolved the problem. The dealer has been informed this presents a safety issue due to the unexpected User Profile switch and the changes to the driver's seat position and external mirror positions. Despite text messages to Service Technician and Sale Associate the reports has been ignored. There's no consistency or predictable method to know when the issue happens. It has happened multiple times since purchasing the vehicle on 21 August 2023 and multiple times since the MBUX System was updated 04 Jan - 10 Jan 2024.
The automatic emergency braking failed.
The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS. The contact stated that while reversing, the collision avoidance system inadvertently activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop. Additionally, while driving forward, the failure occurred, causing unknown messages to be displayed and alarms to be activated inside the vehicle. Also Additionally, the system also erroneously activated while using the turn signals to switch from one lane to the other even though there no vehicles nearby. While the adaptive cruise control was activated, another vehicle switched into the same lane and the alarm sounded and unknown messages were displayed even though the vehicle was several car lengths ahead. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and the local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.
I had a forward collision with 2 cars. My brake has been failed and forward collision warning system failed. I leased the car because of the safety features but I am really disappointed. Since I had my kids in the car with me. It was a really horrible experience and I can't drive the car anymore because of the safety issues.
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Questions about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs, close to a typical AMG Eqs model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs?
Driver assistance and stability, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (3).
How many recalls does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG Eqs have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
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