Mercedes-Benz please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported a problem with the warnings external/pedestrian alert. Here is what owners need to know.
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Software in the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) may cause an incorrect external pedestrian warning sound while reversing.
A vehicle that makes an incorrect sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Take it to a dealer — they will update the AVAS software, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-366.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2023–2025 | Mercedes-Benz EQE-Class SUV |
| 2023–2025 | Mercedes-Benz EQS-Class SUV |
| 2025 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
Drive one of these? Check your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.
Check your VINWhat this record means
Data from the NHTSA recall database. A clean VIN check means no open federal recalls for that vehicle — not that it never had one.
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