NHTSA 25V533000
Steering › Critical Fasteners
- Report received by NHTSA
- August 20, 2025
- Owner notification
- October 6, 2025
- Recall initiated by
- Manufacturer
- Units potentially affected
- 3,749 (whole campaign)
- Build dates listed for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan
- May 11, 2022 – Not reported
- Model names in the NHTSA record
- AMG EQE 53 4MATIC, EQE 350 4MATIC, EQE 500 4MATIC
Defect summary
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.
Safety risk
A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V533000, filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov