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MERCEDES-BENZ EQS (2022–2024): Full Technical Specs & OBD2 Diagnostics
Built 2022–2024 · all production years covered on this single page
580 4MATIC Dual Motor AWD • Electric
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Repair cost8.6
Parts & repairability7.3
Maintenance & durability6.2
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Every figure on this Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
Its battery is group H8 (BCI), rated at 760A cold-cranking amps. It is a fully electric vehicle (580 4MATIC Dual Motor AWD). Its OEM tyre size is 215/55 R16. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Scheduled maintenance
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE
The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.
Related codes: P0700
Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE
Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.
Related codes: P0300
Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW
Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.
Related codes: P0128
Battery/system voltage lowLOW
System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.
Related codes: P0562
P0011LOW
Check with an OBD2 scanner.
Related codes: P0011
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.1h
€77 – €99
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
ABS Module
Difficulty: Hard
2.7h
€189 – €243
ABS Pump
Difficulty: Hard
3.4h
€238 – €306
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| ABS Pump | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Booster | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 3.9h | € 175–€ 292 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 3.9h | € 175–€ 292 |
| Heater Control Valve | 3.9h | € 175–€ 292 |
| Heater Core | 3.9h | € 175–€ 292 |
| Heater Hoses | 3.9h | € 175–€ 292 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Airbag - Side | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Amplifier | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Antenna | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Backup Camera | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Battery | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Engine R&R | 15.6h | € 702–€ 1170 |
| Freeze Plug - Single | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Freeze Plugs - All | 13.5h | € 607–€ 1012 |
| Front Main Seal | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
| Harmonic Balancer | 10.4h | € 468–€ 780 |
Fuel system3 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 3.3h | € 148–€ 247 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 3.3h | € 148–€ 247 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 3.3h | € 148–€ 247 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| AC Compressor | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| AC Condenser | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| AC Evaporator | 8.1h | € 364–€ 607 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| Idler Arm | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 4.7h | € 211–€ 352 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Hydraulic Line | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Dual Mass Flywheel | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Kickdown Cable | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Manual Trans Fluid Change | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Pressure Plate | 7.8h | € 351–€ 585 |
| Shift Cable | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
🔧 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Brake Fluid Flush And Replacement24 months
Engine Oil And Filter Change (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Check All Fluid Levels (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Inspect Brake System (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Tire Inflation Check And Rotate (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Check Cabin Air Filter, Wiper Blades (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Check Battery And Charging System (Service A)16,000 km / 12 months
Engine Air Filter Replacement (Service B)32,000 km / 24 months
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)
No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0442
P0442
Powertrain
P0172
P0172
Powertrain
P0401
P0401
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P0455
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0442
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0440
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.78h avgP0420
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.24h avgP0300
powertrain
HIGH⏱ 1.22h avgP0172
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.13h avgP0171
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.95h avgP0730
transmission
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0700
transmission
HIGH⏱ 1.25h avgP0401
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0011
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 5.4h avgU0100
network
HIGHP0562
electrical
MEDIUM⏱ 0.58h avgP0128
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.88h avg
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
120 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs across model years 2022–2024. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
13 crash reports 4 fires 34 injuries
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 202363
Model year 202246
Model year 202411
Most reported components (all years)
Forward Collision Avoidance51
Electrical System29
Service Brakes28
Unknown Or Other20
Structure10
Vehicle Speed Control7
Sample reports
The vehicle throws a “charging fault” error when I try to charge my vehicle with a high speed charger. I tried two different chargers and two different locations with the same result. The safety risk is a faulty high voltage battery sys… (MY 2023)
I reported last week about the brakes automatically coming on Tracking #11631195 It happened again today in reverse at 2-3 mph. Brakes activated and jolted me (MY 2022)
re-open it again with the Key Fob. Sometimes it takes a while for the car to unlock. I've been having issues charging the vehicle since Day 1 of purchased since the computer in the vehicle is not able to communicate from time to time… (MY 2022)
While the vehicle was stationary and connected to a DC Fast Charging station (Electrify America), a thermal event occurred at the charging interface. The charging connector overheated and thermally fused (welded) to the vehicle's high-vo… (MY 2023)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2022–2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does fault code P0300 mean on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0128 mean on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0011 mean on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are steering problems common on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
Yes — 7 of 118 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the steering. One owner reported: “About 1000 feet after merging onto a 4 lane freeway with sparse traffic, we were driving the car in the 3rd lane from the right. Suddenly the car's steering wheel took a hard right turn, forcing the c…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
Yes — 30 of 118 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “The vehicle was driving and suddenly lost power, and started driving very slowly, almost causing an accident on the road. I checked for recalls and other vehicles like mine with the same years that ha…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are brakes problems common on the Mercedes-benz Eqs?
Yes — 35 of 118 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the brakes. One owner reported: “The contact owned a 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS-Class Sedan. The contact stated that while driving over a bump, the vehicle briefly accelerated unexpectedly. Later, while parked and reaching into the rear…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
What tyres does the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["235/55R19", "265/40R21", "265/35R22", "245/45R19", "255/45R20"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What is the right battery for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024)?
The battery specified for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) is group H8 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 850A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
This spec sheet is updated with data verified from OEM sources and shop databases. If you spot an inaccuracy or have additional data on the Mercedes-Benz Eqs (2022–2024), let us know — every correction improves quality for all users.