2022 Mercedes EQB: common problems
The maker issued 5 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 5
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Latches, locks, linkages. Door, hood and tailgate latches, especially near the impact.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Complaint Noise can be heard coming from the air conditioning system at higher blower motor speeds
Cause Leaves/foreign objects have entered through the water drain grille in the water drain thereby causing an imbalance and noise in the blower wheel. Remedy Remove any debris and replace the listed components.
- Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally
Cause Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded so that…
- Complaint Noises when reversing slowly < 4 mph (squeaking) Cause There is a seal in the electric…
Complaint Noises when reversing slowly < 4 mph (squeaking) Cause There is a seal in the electric drivetrain that seals off the coolant system from the electric motor. This seal is moistened with coolant during forward…
- Complaint 1
Vibrations noticeable at steering wheel when front axle is excited when driving at a speed between 65 km/h and 130 km/h over an obstacle. ⢠Driving over deeply recessed manhole covers ⢠Driving over cross joints…
- Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery
Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY battery test may not take into account a single discharge event…
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mercedes EQB?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 5 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Mercedes EQB?
NHTSA lists 5 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Mercedes EQB from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.