Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
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…
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-115 the manufacturer reports only 96% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 30, 2026. Updated daily.
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
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…
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AMG EQS median. How we score
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
- 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…
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…
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…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.