Mercedes-Benz EQC recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 17 safety recalls naming the Mercedes-Benz EQC, launched from 2019 to 2023. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mercedes-Benz EQC recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 17
- 2019 to 2023
- Latest recall
- 2 November 2023
- R/2023/300
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mercedes-Benz EQC recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
On affected vehicles the adjustment of the headlamps might not meet specifications and blinding of oncoming traffic may not be ruled out.
R/2023/300, launched 2 November 2023, 312 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the adjustment of the headlamps might not meet specifications and blinding of oncoming traffic may not be ruled out.
Remedy: Check the adjustment and correct if necessary.
THE ELECTRICAL PLUG CONNECTION OF THE HEADLIGHTS MIGHT NOT BE WATERTIGHT
R/2022/135, launched 9 June 2022, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The electrical plug connection of the headlights might not be watertight.
Remedy: Check the plug connection and headlights on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/376, launched 29 November 2021, 50,390 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE ELECTRICAL STEERING MIGHT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS
R/2021/341, launched 15 November 2021, 3,445 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The wiring harness of the electrical steering might have been damaged during the assembly process.
Remedy: Conduct a check of the wiring harness on the affected vehicles and perform the required repair measures if necessary.
THE LOCKING MECHANISM FOR THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR OF THE SIDE CRASH SENSORS MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/286, launched 9 September 2021, 129 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the E-Class, GLC
Defect: The locking mechanism for the electrical connector of the side crash sensors might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Check the side crash sensors in the doors on the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
THE CORROSION PROTECTION OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY HOUSING MAY NOT BE ENSURED OVER LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE
R/2021/264, launched 21 July 2021, 42 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The corrosion protection of the high-voltage battery housing in the area of the connections may not be ensured over the lifetime of the vehicle.
Remedy: Rework the sealing of the high-voltage battery on the affected vehicles.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/110, launched 13 May 2021, 108,971 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/120, launched 11 May 2021, 86,604 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/111, launched 10 May 2021, 90,716 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/134, launched 5 May 2021, 162,581 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/133, launched 5 May 2021, 106,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/132, launched 5 May 2021, 10,410 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2021/131, launched 5 May 2021, 81,267 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, AMG GT, AMG GT Coupe, B-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, M/gle/gl/gls-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK and SLC
Defect: The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy: Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE STEERING CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2020/333, launched 2 December 2020, 3,029 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Class, GLC
Defect: The wiring harness of the steering control unit might not have been manufactured according to specification.
Remedy: Check the wiring harness of the steering control unit on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
THE LEFT REAR SEAT BACKREST LOCK MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
R/2020/197, launched 21 August 2020, 1,179 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the AMG GT Coupe, C-Class, E-Class, GLC
Defect: The left rear seat backrest lock might not meet the specifications
Remedy: Replace the left rear seat backrest lock on the affected vehicles.
THE BOLT IN THE FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSMISSION MIGHT NOT MEET DUABILITY SPECIFICATIONS
R/2019/355, launched 10 January 2020, 150 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The bolt in the front axle differential transmission might not meet durability specifications.
Remedy: Replace the electric powertrain of the front axle on the affected vehicles.
THE FOUR LOCKNUTS SECURING THE AIR BAG MIGHT BE MISSING
R/2019/337, launched 5 November 2019, 2,345 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the A-Class, CLA, GLC
Defect: Certain driver airbag modules might not be bolted onto the base plate.
Remedy: Check the driver airbag on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mercedes-Benz EQC, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.