Which Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC year should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 model year is the one to avoid, with a complaint index of 100, 54 complaints, and four recall campaigns, mostly tied to the Electrical System.

Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC reliable?

The 2024 model year carries a Caution verdict relative to other EQB 300 4MATIC years, with a complaint index of 67 and 6 complaints, lower than 2023 but higher than 2022.

What is the most common problem area for the EQB 300 4MATIC?

Across all years covered, the Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 53 of 72 total complaints, or 74%.

Does the 2023 EQB 300 4MATIC have a recall for the battery?

Yes, NHTSA lists multiple recall campaigns for the 2023 EQB 300 4MATIC tied to the high voltage battery, including risk of internal failure that can lead to a fire while parked or driving, with owners advised to park outside.

What is the best Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC year?

Relative to other years, 2022 rates Good with a complaint index of 33 and 10 complaints, the lowest index among years with a verdict.

Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC Best and Worst Years (2022–2025)

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC stands out with 54 complaints and a complaint index of 100, the highest of any year, driven mainly by electrical system issues affecting 72% of its complaints. 2024 rates Caution, while 2022 rates Good with fewer complaints and a lower index of 33.

Avoid 2023

Model years: 4; 2022–2025
NHTSA complaints: 72
Recall campaigns: 5
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Top problem area: Electrical System

EQB 300 4MATIC Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2022	Good	33	10	0	5	Electrical System	101	—
2023	Avoid	100	54	1	4	Electrical System	—	—
2024	Caution	67	6	1	2	Electrical System	87	—
2025	No verdict	0	2	0	0	Electrical System	87	—

EQB 300 4MATIC years to avoid: what went wrong

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC Index 100 · 54 complaints · 4 recalls

The 2023 model year carries the highest complaint index (100) and the most complaints (54) in the EQB 300 4MATIC lineup, ranking worst of the years covered. Electrical System issues dominate, making up 72% of complaints for the year, with a median mileage at failure of 10,000 miles for that category overall. NHTSA also lists four recall campaigns tied to 2023, including high voltage battery failures that can lead to fire while parked or driving. Owners reported brake pedal vibration paired with unexpected acceleration, sudden hard automatic braking with false collision warnings, SRS airbag system alerts shortly after purchase, and repeated tire punctures tied to the low-profile wheel and tire setup. One crash was reported for this model year.

2023 electrical system problems →

Most common Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Electrical System53 (74%)
Fuel System14 (19%)
Other12 (17%)
Engine11 (15%)
Transmission & Powertrain6 (8%)
Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (6%)
Brakes3 (4%)
Airbags1 (1%)
Lane Departure1 (1%)
Seat Belts1 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC year should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 model year is the one to avoid, with a complaint index of 100, 54 complaints, and four recall campaigns, mostly tied to the Electrical System.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC reliable?: The 2024 model year carries a Caution verdict relative to other EQB 300 4MATIC years, with a complaint index of 67 and 6 complaints, lower than 2023 but higher than 2022.
What is the most common problem area for the EQB 300 4MATIC?: Across all years covered, the Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 53 of 72 total complaints, or 74%.
Does the 2023 EQB 300 4MATIC have a recall for the battery?: Yes, NHTSA lists multiple recall campaigns for the 2023 EQB 300 4MATIC tied to the high voltage battery, including risk of internal failure that can lead to a fire while parked or driving, with owners advised to park outside.
What is the best Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC year?: Relative to other years, 2022 rates Good with a complaint index of 33 and 10 complaints, the lowest index among years with a verdict.