2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE: common problems and reliability
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE has 38 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and service brakes. Owners most often flag high price / poor value proposition — very frequent criticism of msrp being $20,000-$30,000 higher than equivalent ice mercedes models and uncompetitive within the ev segment. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
38
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
6
Crash reports
1
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
electrical system
15
service brakes
10
forward collision avoidance
9
power train
5
vehicle speed control
4
What owners say across generations
Mixed to negative sentiment overall, with a clear divide between appreciation for its core electric vehicle attributes and significant criticism of its value proposition, design, and driving dynamics. The vehicle is consistently praised for its excellent real-
High price / poor value proposition — very frequent criticism of MSRP being $20,000-$30,000 higher than equivalent ICE Mercedes models and uncompetitive within the EV segment. Frequency: very frequent.
Exterior styling — widely criticized as bland, uninspired, ugly, and compared unfavorably to 1990s mainstream sedans. Frequency: very frequent.
Underwhelming performance in base models — base EQE 350 described as slow, heavy, and lumbering, with moderate body roll, especially without rear-wheel steering. Frequency: very frequent.
Brake feel and performance — "mushy" brake pedal feel, long stopping distances in wet conditions, and a system that requires getting used to, particularly in pre-2024 models. Frequency: recurrent.
Infotainment system (MBUX) usability — criticized as a "user friendliness disaster," with complaints about menu complexity, small touch buttons, and occasional Apple CarPlay disconnections. Frequency: recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the EQE.
Typical used price
Used EQE listings typically run $37,704–$51,602 across 2023 to 2025 model years.