Electrical system: propulsion systemRecall 24V-331 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 24V-331 covers 283 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a electrical system: propulsion system problem, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 92% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V331000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQB 300 and EQB 350 vehicles. The welded spur gear within the front axle electric drivetrain may not have been welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection."
The risk
An improperly welded spur gear can fail and result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front axle electric drivetrain, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060007.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
92%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.