22:42 13-02-2026

Mercedes EQB recall for high-voltage battery safety issue

Mercedes-Benz recalls 11,895 EQB electric crossovers due to battery short circuit risk. Learn about the replacement, safety tips, and timeline for repairs.

Mercedes-Benz USA has announced a major recall of 2022-2024 model year EQB electric crossovers, affecting 11,895 vehicles including the EQB 250+, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC versions, according to journalists from 32CARS.

The recall addresses a potential risk of internal short circuits in the high-voltage battery. Under certain operating conditions and at high charge levels, individual battery cells may be less resistant to loads, which could lead to thermal incidents and potentially cause fires—whether the vehicle is in motion or parked.

This recall effectively replaces two previous campaigns (25V050 and 25V894). Mercedes had initially attempted to resolve the issue with a software update that limited battery operating modes. However, after several new fire incidents occurred outside the United States, the manufacturer concluded that the effectiveness of the software solution could not be guaranteed for all vehicles.

As a result, the decision was made to completely replace the high-voltage batteries with modified versions. Until repairs are completed, owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors away from structures and limit the charge level to 80%.

The battery cell supplier was Farasis Energy. Mercedes notes that changes to the production process have eliminated the risk for vehicles manufactured after July 31, 2024.

Dealers will be notified in mid-February 2026, and owners will receive letters by the end of February. Repairs will begin once the updated batteries are available. According to the manufacturer, two fire incidents related to the initial recall were previously recorded in the United States.

This case represents one of the most serious issues for the Mercedes EQ lineup and demonstrates that software limitations cannot always fully compensate for production deviations in traction battery components.