Research · Midsize Cars

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MaticRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic. Most complaints involve service brakes (1) and fuel/propulsion system (1). The EPA rates it 81–86 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
81–86mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Aug 2025
Owner complaints
2
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Steering: critical fasteners

Free remedy

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.

SteeringReported Aug 20, 2025NHTSA 25V533000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 8, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

2 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2025 – Dec 2025
  1. Service brakes1
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each EQE 350 4Matic model year we’ve synced.

Only one model year synced so far.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 8, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

1 report
“While driving on a road with no other vehicles around, the car abruptly braked for no reason. The car was 5 days old. It is currently in the service department.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 27, 2025Service brakesODI 11707220

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
“Unintentional eroneous acceleration 0-50 Car was parked totally shut off and parking brake red illuminated Car took off huge dangerous acceleration with driver sitting in car. Towards house over lilac tree driver made evasive manuevers and came to a stop Driver mirror hit Was waiting for granddaughter to come out of house Someone couldve been killed Mercedes scanning car black box WE WILL NEVER GET BACK IN THAT CAR P.S prior two eqs no problem made in germany This car alabama”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 9, 2025Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11692292
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 8, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
267 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
EQE 350 4matic
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
878586$900—
EQE 350 4matic (SUV)
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
847881$950—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic as of Nov 8, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 8, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 EQE 350 4Matic questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 8, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (1), fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4Matic at 81–86 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 8, 2026