Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2022 EQS Models for Bumper Tow Ring Defect
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and AMG EQS 53 vehicles because the bumper tow ring assembly may detach, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (bumper tow ring) where detachment can increase the risk of a crash or injury, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, EQS 580, and AMG EQS 53 vehicles. The recall involves 2,526 vehicles where the front or rear bumper tow ring assembly may have insufficient thread depth. This defect can result in the tow ring detaching from the vehicle.
A tow ring that detaches during vehicle transport or loading can increase the risk of a crash or injury. No specific injuries or crashes have been reported in the source text, but the potential for harm exists if the component fails during use.
Dealers will inspect and replace the tow ring assembly thread, as necessary, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ EQS 580, EQS 450, AMG EQS 53
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Bumper / Tow Ring
- Affected units
- 2,526
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (3)
- EQS 580
- EQS 450
- AMG EQS 53
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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