Mercedes-Benz Recalls S-Class, SL 55, GLC & EQS in India Over Fire Risk — 30 Luxury Cars Affected Including Maybach.
Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has issued a voluntary safety recall for select units of its flagship vehicles in India, including the S-Class, Maybach, AMG SL 55, GLC, and EQS sedans, citing a serious fire hazard stemming from possible faults in the fuse box.
According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), 30 units manufactured between July 2023 and April 2024 have been impacted by this issue. The concern lies in potentially improper reworking of fuse boxes, which could trigger cascading effects such as: Propulsion and restraint system failures, Malfunctioning instrument clusters, and Increased risk of thermal events (fire).
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Breakdown of Affected Units: EQS sedan – 16 units, S-Class / Maybach – 9 units, GLC SUV – 3 units and SL 55 AMG – 2 units. This marks Mercedes-Benz India’s sixth recall in 2025, highlighting ongoing quality control challenges in some of its top-tier luxury offerings.
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Brand’s Response and Owner Support
The company is proactively contacting affected customers and has assured that repairs will be conducted free of cost at authorised service centres across India. Owners are advised to visit the official Mercedes-Benz India website or connect with dealerships to verify if their vehicle is part of the recall.
Earlier Incidents in 2025
Notably, earlier this year in March, AMG S 63 E Performance and AMG GT 63S 4MATIC+ E Performance models were recalled over a processor overload issue that risked propulsion loss. Other recalls in 2025 have revolved around ECU glitches, missing safety labels, and similar fire risks.
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For Indian customers, this development underscores the importance of continuous post-purchase vigilance, even with premium manufacturers. While Mercedes-Benz remains a leading name in luxury mobility, these recalls might prompt potential buyers to scrutinise after-sales support and safety reassurances more closely.
