2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS has 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.2x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (31% of all complaints), specifically: 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 bec.
13
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.2x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
4 complaints- • 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 bec
- • 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 activ
- • The automatic emergency braking failed.
“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 bec”
— NHTSA complaint filing
BRAKES
3 complaints- • 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 bec
- • SEE UPLOADED FILE SENT TO MERCEDES-BENZ. INCLUDES DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT
- • - 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 fr
“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 bec”
— NHTSA complaint filing
SPEED CONTROL
2 complaints- • The automatic emergency braking failed.
- • SEE UPLOADED FILE SENT TO MERCEDES-BENZ. INCLUDES DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT
“The automatic emergency braking failed.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
2 complaints- • The automatic emergency braking failed.
- • 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
“The automatic emergency braking failed.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
2 complaints- • 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
- • 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 ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 13 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: 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 bec
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: 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 bec
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: The automatic emergency braking failed.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: The automatic emergency braking failed.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 5
- Injury reports
- 15
- Segment avg
- 80
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