Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 25V-050 · Mercedes-Benz vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 25V-050 covers 12,236 Mercedes-Benz vehicles for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on February 7, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.
Park outside and away from structures until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 25V050000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 EQB 250, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC electric vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
The risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. This is a phased recall. Phase 1 owner letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. Phase 2 owner letters were mailed on October 31, 2025 and Phase 3 owner letters were mailed on December 12, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025040005.
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
81%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 13, 2021 to January 23, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.