Jacksonville, FL – June 18, 2023 – Mercedes-Benz (OTCMKTS:MBGYY) is recalling 8,281 cars because they may lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The following luxury hybrid sedans and SUVs are affected:
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE
- 2022 – 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS
- 2022 – 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450
- 2022 – 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580
Recall summary
Due to a software error, the vehicles’ drivetrain may deactivate. This may result in the car losing power unexpectedly.
Recall risks
All of the associated risks are described in a recent article about a similar Stellantis recall.
Other Mercedes-Benz recalls
Some of the model-years involved in this recall were recalled earlier this month due to another software error which may cause them to lose stability and result in the loss of anti-lock brakes, as reported.
In April 2023, the manufacturer issued a third recall over a water leak which may cause a fire, also as reported.
The repair
Dealers will fix the issue by updating the software on the affected vehicles free of charge.
Owners should receive correspondence with more information by August 4, 2023.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
Over 8,000 cars are affected by this Mercedes software error recall. To do a Mercedes-Benz recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
