Mercedes-Benz EQB Models Recall Over Battery Fire Risk
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Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling certain 2022-2024 EQB electric vehicles due to a potential high voltage battery failure that could lead to fires, affecting over 11,895 units.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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Mercedes-Benz EQB Recall
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2022-2024 EQB vehicles because the high voltage battery may fail internally, potentially leading to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves approximately 11,895 units of the following models: 2023-2024 EQB 250+, 2022-2024 EQB 300 4MATIC, and 2022-2024 EQB 350 4MATIC. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V073000. This recall affects vehicles in the United States and replaces previous recalls 25V050 and 25V894.
What You Should Do
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Additionally, charge vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the remedy is done. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery free of charge. Contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 for more information, and check for involved Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) on NHTSA.gov starting February 13, 2026.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses a potential vehicle fire hazard that could increase the risk of injury, highlighting the importance of battery safety in electric vehicles.
Source
Information from NHTSA, recall number 26V073000. More details at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V073000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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