NHTSA recall 24V-331 (24V331000)
power train recall reported May 10, 2024 - about 283 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V331000
- Also written as
- 24V-331
- Manufacturer number
- 2024060007
- Reported
- May 10, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~283
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQB 300 and EQB 350 vehicles. The welded spur gear within the front axle electric drivetrain may not have been welded properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection."
Why it is dangerous
An improperly welded spur gear can fail and result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the front axle electric drivetrain, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024060007.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-331 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.