Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V309000 Reported May 2, 2023

High-voltage battery software error/fmvss 305

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Electrical System · 3,828 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
23V309000
Manufacturer Campaign
2023070013
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
3,828
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 2, 2023
Completion Rate
94.54

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2023 eqe 350, s580e, 2022-2023 eqs 450, eqs 580, 2022 amg eqs 53, and eqs 450+ vehicles. the high-voltage battery monitoring system software may not alert the driver of a battery malfunction. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 305, "electric-powered vehicles: electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection."

Safety Consequence

A high-voltage battery monitoring system that does not alert the driver of a battery malfunction may increase the risk of an injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the battery management system software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed beginning august 18, 2023. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2023070013.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 23V309000 or campaign 2023070013.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 23V309000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 23V309000?

NHTSA recall 23V309000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on May 2, 2023. It addresses: High-voltage battery software error/fmvss 305. The recall affects approximately 3,828 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V309000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2023070013. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.