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Propulsion system: traction battery
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 32 owner complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-050 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 15, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ has problems
32 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
27Electrical system
3Engine
2Visibility/wiper
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Service brakes
1Seats
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 27 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ recalls and how many were fixed
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
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repaired · 2026 Q1
Propulsion system: traction battery
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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.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other EQB 250+ year
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 EQB 250+ median. How we score
'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What EQB 250+ owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB250 (VIN: [XXX]) is currently sidelined at Mercedes-Benz of Pompano with a dangerous High-Voltage system failure that causes an immediate cascade error of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and vehicle braking systems. The technician verified the codes match Mercedes…
The battery in this car can catch fire at any time while parked. The dealership would not take the car to inspect, repair or replace the battery because there is no remedy available at this time. The recall information go back to January 2026 with no remedy or resolution available period.…
Manufacturer Recall Number [PHONE] NHTSA Recall Number26V073 Recall Status: Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Due to the combination of certain production and use conditions, an internal short circuit of a battery cell in the high-voltage battery, might lead to a thermal event.…
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