repaired · 2026 Q1
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…
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-555 the manufacturer reports only 90% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 6, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Electrical system
2Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
1Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Tires
1Power train
1Engine
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 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.
2 recalls
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 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 · 2025 Q2
Structure: frame and members
Risk. In the event of a crash with window air bag deployment, detached absorbers can strike vehicle occupants and increase their risk of injury.
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 EQE 500 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 EQE 500 median. How we score
'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What EQE 500 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
At 0820 AM on Monday, 23 SEP 24 while traveling South on interstate 95/495 in rush hour traffic the vehicle lost complete power and 3-4 messages appeared in the display. I recall one saying the rear differential is inoperable. I turned on the emergency flashers and was fortunate to allow the car to…
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost propulsion and stalled. Moments later, the contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving. The next day the vehicle was driven to the local dealer who determined…
Electrical interference with USB audio. There are loose connections that travel on the headliner all the way to the back of the car rear top speakers. Audio source suddenly gets disconnected and make a huge buzzing sound on the rear left speaker mounted to headliner. A potential fire hazard.
Own a 2023 EQE 500?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.