Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141
USMercedes-Benz USA, LLC - Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141
Recalling Firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedInsufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedMercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AMG EQE SUV 4MATIC vehicles. The external pedestrian warning sound may not continuously increase in volume as vehicle speed increases, due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
Produits concernés
TranslatedInsufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141 |
| Nhtsa id | 25V830000 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V830000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Defect summary | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AMG EQE SUV 4MATIC vehicles. The external pedestrian warning sound may not continuously increase in volume as vehicle speed increases, due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles." |
| Completion rate | 60.87 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will update the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025120003. |
| Consequence summary | Insufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 2025120003 |
| Potentially affected | 1899 |
| Report received date | 2025-12-01T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsLocate your 17-digit VIN on the driver-side dash or door pillar. Check whether your specific vehicle has an open safety campaign before scheduling service.
If a "Do Not Drive" warning is present, park the vehicle safely outdoors away from structures and contact the manufacturer for complimentary towing.
Contact any authorized franchised dealership. By federal law, all recall inspections, replacement components, and labor must be provided 100% free of charge.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (NHTSA).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC - Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141?
Check your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify if your specific car is affected. If the notice includes a 'Do Not Drive' warning, park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealership for towing and complimentary repair.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Under federal and international motor vehicle safety laws, franchised dealerships are legally required to perform all recall inspections, replacement parts, and labor 100% free of charge.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (NHTSA). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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- Niveau de risqueBACK OVER PREVENTION
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