Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack.
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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE is associated with 19 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Other / Uncategorized, accounting for 5 reports (26% of total complaints). EPA records certify all-electric efficiency of 73 to 96 MPGe with an estimated driving range of 230–307 miles across 8 certified vehicle configurations. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 19 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Other / Uncategorized (5 / 26%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 5 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Certified Range: 73 MPGe across 8 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG EQE 4matic Plus (SUV) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 79 MPGe | 73 MPGe | 76 MPGe | 235 mi | $1,050 / yr |
| AMG EQE 4matic Plus 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 73 MPGe | 74 MPGe | 73 MPGe | 230 mi | $1,050 / yr |
| EQE 350 Plus 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 98 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 298 mi | $800 / yr |
| EQE 500 4matic 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 98 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 298 mi | $800 / yr |
| EQE 350 Plus (SUV) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 100 MPGe | 88 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 307 mi | $800 / yr |
| EQE 350 4matic 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 86 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 280 mi | $850 / yr |
| EQE 350 4matic (SUV) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 90 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 87 MPGe | 265 mi | $900 / yr |
| EQE 500 4matic (SUV) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 90 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 87 MPGe | 282 mi | $850 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | — | ||||
| 4 DR RWD | — |
Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Summary of 19 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE problems & component breakdown (12 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S-Class, EQE SUV, EQE, EQS SUV and EQS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Software in the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) may cause an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
Defect Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 EQE 350 4MATIC, EQE 350+, EQE 500 4MATIC, EQS 450 4MATIC, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4MATIC, AMG EQE 53 4MATIC, AMG EQS 53 4MATIC, 2023-2025 EQE SUV 350 4MATIC, EQE SUV 350+, EQE SUV 500 4MATIC, EQS SUV 450 4MATIC, EQS SUV 450+, EQS SUV 580 4MATIC, 2024-2025 EQS SUV 680 4MATIC, and AMG EQE SUV 53 4MATIC vehicles. The battery management system software may cause the high-voltage battery to shut down, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE
How many safety recalls does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE have?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE is associated with 3 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
NHTSA records list 19 consumer defect complaints for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Other / Uncategorized, appearing in 5 filings (26% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.
NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.
What is the electric driving range of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The all-electric 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE is EPA-certified for an estimated driving range of 230 to 307 miles per full charge across certified configurations.
Official EPA combined efficiency ratings reach up to 96 MPGe based on standardized dynamometer laboratory testing.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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