Car Defect Radar
Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated September 22, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.

Recalls

0 total

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

No recalls on record for this model

No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.

Owner complaints by system

90 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Minor
1

Most reports here involve sudden stalling.

sudden stalling 1
A recent report: There is a recall associated with this model that causes catastrophic stoppage without any ability to drive. My vehicle VIN does not have a recall according to your site. Despite this, my vehicle…
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There is a recall associated with this model that causes catastrophic stoppage without any ability to drive. My vehicle VIN does not have a recall according to your site. Despite this, my vehicle catastrophically stopped multiple times. It was repaired at least three times and still stopped in the middle of the highway. My partner and I were stopped on I-85S with no ability to move, honk, put on hazards. Cars zoomed past at full speed. I called 911 as we braced for impact. We are lucky to be alive and now suffer from severe trauma. They eventually closed the entire highway and dragged the vehicle to the shoulder almost 30 min later. Mbusa was aware of this defect before rejecting my lemon law claim, but my vehicle was not included apparently. I feel more investigation is needed because it seems very likely my vehicle should be included in the recall. I appreciate your attention to this matter.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11751342 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Minor
74

Most reports here involve fire.

fire 42software faults 7
A recent report: I am the owner of a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB that has been identified as being affected by the current high-voltage battery safety recall. I recently contacted my authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer…
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I am the owner of a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB that has been identified as being affected by the current high-voltage battery safety recall. I recently contacted my authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer regarding the recall and was informed that the recall is currently pending for my vehicle and that the permanent remedy is not expected to begin until approximately December. I understand that the interim safety guidance associated with this recall includes limiting charging to 80% and parking the vehicle outside and away from structures. I have a significant concern regarding the parking instruction. My vehicle is normally parked in an attached garage at my condominium. The garage is connected to my residence, and my HOA does not permit me to park the vehicle outside. Therefore, I do not have a practical way to comply with the instruction to park outside and away from structures. I specifically raised this issue with the service department. I was told verbally that I could continue parking the vehicle in my garage “at my discretion.”

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11761084 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Worth reading
3

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash.

software faults 2unintended acceleration 1
A recent report: When driving above 40 mph, I have experienced seemingly random brakes, which most likely is due to the automatic emergency braking system. I have seen it work properly when a car cuts me off in…
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When driving above 40 mph, I have experienced seemingly random brakes, which most likely is due to the automatic emergency braking system. I have seen it work properly when a car cuts me off in traffic, which it makes sense then. But in several instances, it's pumped the brakes when there is no obstacle or car around. It's quite scary since you might get hit from behind. One time it braked so suddenly I was jolted forward in my seat. It also has an issue with parking sensors going off also randomly going under 10 mph. All of them activate on red.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11642086 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Minor
2

Most reports here involve premature wear.

premature wear 1
A recent report: I am reporting a serious safety hazard involving my Mercedes‑Benz EQB 350. Drive only 1.5 year, Jan 6, 2026, the vehicle suffered an electronic failure at LaGuardia Airport and became completely…
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I am reporting a serious safety hazard involving my Mercedes‑Benz EQB 350. Drive only 1.5 year, Jan 6, 2026, the vehicle suffered an electronic failure at LaGuardia Airport and became completely inoperable. It could not shift into Drive, Reverse, or Neutral and had to be towed to Mercedes‑Benz of Huntington for warranty repair. During service, the dealer performed a wheel alignment on Jan 16, 2026 without my authorization. I had previously declined alignment recommendations because my factory alignment was excellent and my tires were wearing evenly. Within four weeks of this unauthorized alignment (under 1,000 miles), all four tires developed severe inner‑edge destruction. Both rear tires wore down to exposed steel cords, causing air leakage and creating an imminent blowout risk. The front tires also show abnormal inner‑edge wear. The remaining tread on all tires is otherwise good, which is consistent with incorrect alignment rather than normal wear. An automotive engineer confirmed this rapid structural failure is physically impossible through normal driving and is a direct result of incorrect or defective alignment parameters set during the Jan 16 service. This unauthorized and incorrect repair turned my vehicle into a safety hazard for my family. I contacted Mercedes‑Benz USA (MBUSA) immediately and provided photos, documentation, and Case # CMS 20671727. For more than 14 days, MBUSA no response. Representatives gave inconsistent and implausible explanations, including blaming the towing process, which cannot cause this pattern of wear. MBUSA repeatedly redirected me back to the same dealer that performed the unauthorized repair, a clear conflict of interest. Their handling of this case shows dishonesty and an attempt to avoid responsibility, despite clear evidence of a safety‑related defect. I request that NHTSA review this matter as a potential safety defect involving electronic failure, unauthorized repair, incorrect alignment, and rapid tire degradation.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11721612 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Minor
1

Most reports here involve software faults.

software faults 1
A recent report: Within one week of car purchase, the car is alerting that the SRS system is not working and it needs to be taken to a dealership. Dealership doesn't have am timeline on when they will be able to fix…
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Within one week of car purchase, the car is alerting that the SRS system is not working and it needs to be taken to a dealership. Dealership doesn't have am timeline on when they will be able to fix it.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11559516 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Minor
2

Most reports here involve other issues.

other issues 2
A recent report: The rear windshield shattered spontaneously without any external impact while the vehicle was parked. Mercedes-Benz USA advised bringing the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation of a possible…
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The rear windshield shattered spontaneously without any external impact while the vehicle was parked. Mercedes-Benz USA advised bringing the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation of a possible manufacturing defect, but the dealer replaced the glass and charged for repair. This raises a concern for potential safety defect or glass stress failure in EQB models.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11696777 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Minor
7

Most reports here involve other issues.

other issues 7
A recent report: See attached document for complaint.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11752312 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 90 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2023 and 2026, roughly 32 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.