Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,418 Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2019 and 2025.
In a sample of 389 cars, 29.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (8.7% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 13 recalls for this model; 5.8% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.2% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.7% |
| Tyre damaged | 8.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 5.7% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 3.6% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 2.6% |
| Seatbelt damaged | 1.5% |
| Covered component not assessed | 1.5% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 1.3% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 0.5% |
| Tyre bulging | 0.5% |
Share of 389 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 9% |
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 4.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 0.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,418 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 5.8% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 1.5% |
| First registered | 2019 to 2025 |
All Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-23 | lights | – | 15 |
| 2022-08-17 | electrical system | serious | – |
| 2022-06-29 | lights | – | 4 |
| 2021-11-18 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 5,038 |
| 2021-10-13 | steering | serious | 1,010 |
| 2021-09-06 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 4 |
| 2021-07-13 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2021-07-12 | electrical system | serious | 34 |
| 2020-12-15 | electrical system | serious | 273 |
| 2020-07-27 | seats | – | 103 |
| 2020-01-22 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 44 |
| 2019-10-24 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 134 |
| 2019-10-23 | other | – | 149 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class fail the APK?
In a sample of 389 cars first registered 2012–2021, 29.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (8.7%), tyre damaged (8.5%), tyre tread depth insufficient (5.7%).
Does the Mercedes-Benz EQC-Class have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 13 recalls. 5.8% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.