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 EQS 580Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-309 the manufacturer reports only 95% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 22, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility/wiper
1Seat belts
1Electrical system
1Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 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 Q3
Electrical system: propulsion system
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Management: software
Risk. A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an 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 EQS 580 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 EQS 580 median. How we score
'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What EQS 580 owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Emergency braking system and violent seat belt retraction activated in error with no other vehicle in front of on my car. As I have vertigo and a pacemaker the seat belt retraction snapped my head forward in tightening my body but not my head resulting in severe head movement causing extreme…
Description of Incident: While attempting to reverse out of my driveway, I experienced a catastrophic and life-threatening malfunction with my vehicle. I was in reverse gear when the car came to an abrupt, extremely forceful stop, which caused the vehicle to jerk violently forward. This sudden and…
My 2023 EQS 580 randomly stops while driving. It has happened 5+ times while traveling at speeds between 10-25mph. My dealer here in Atlanta has replaced the front sensor which didn't resolve the issue. I am thankful that so far the vehicle has not stopped on city streets and not highways. There…
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