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Enter your vehicle's VIN code to discover all technical specifications. The VIN consists of 17 alphanumeric characters.
Decode any Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan VIN free. Type the 17-character number from your EQS 450, 580, or Maybach EQS into the decoder above and pull the chassis series (V297), model year, battery configuration, motor output, factory options, plant of origin, and open NHTSA recalls. No sign-up.
This page is the dedicated EQS Sedan hub. The EQS Sedan is Mercedes’ electric flagship, the EV equivalent of the S-Class. It launched in 2021 as the first Mercedes built on the dedicated EVA (Electric Vehicle Architecture) platform. If you own an EQS Sedan, or are considering one on the used market, the VIN carries the specifics your paperwork leaves out.
About the Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan
The EQS Sedan launched in 2021 as Mercedes’ first dedicated EV built from a clean-sheet electric platform. One generation to date:
| Model | Years | Chassis code | Body | Plant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQS Sedan | 2021 to present | V297 | 5-door fastback sedan with signature hatchback tailgate | Sindelfingen “Factory 56” (DE) |
| Maybach EQS Sedan | 2024 to present | V297 with Maybach spec | Fastback sedan with Maybach interior finishes | Sindelfingen |
Every EQS Sedan is built at Mercedes’ Factory 56, a purpose-built assembly line at Sindelfingen designed for electric and hybrid production. The chassis code lives in positions 4 to 6 of the VIN.
Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan WMI codes (positions 1 to 3)
| WMI | Country | Plant | Applies to |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1K | Germany | Sindelfingen (Factory 56) | Every EQS Sedan (2021 onward) |
How to decode a Mercedes EQS Sedan VIN, position by position
Positions 1 to 3: WMI
W1K on every EQS Sedan.
Positions 4 to 8: VDS
Positions 4 to 6 read 297 on the EQS Sedan. Position 7 encodes body length and equipment. Position 8 identifies the specific EV drivetrain:
| Char (pos 8) | Configuration | Fitment |
|---|---|---|
| F | 108 kWh battery, 245 kW rear motor | EQS 450+ (RWD, single motor) |
| G | 108 kWh battery, 265 kW dual motor | EQS 450 4Matic |
| H | 108 kWh battery, 385 kW dual motor | EQS 580 4Matic |
| N | 108 kWh battery, 484 kW dual motor (AMG) | AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ |
| R | Maybach dual-motor configuration | Maybach EQS 680 (2024+) |
| X | 118 kWh battery (facelift 2024+), 385 kW dual motor | Post-facelift EQS 580 4Matic |
Position 9: Check digit
Calculated from the other 16. Enforced on US-market EQS Sedans by NHTSA.
Position 10: Model year
| Char | Year |
|---|---|
| M | 2021 (EQS launch, European) |
| N | 2022 (US launch) |
| P | 2023 |
| R | 2024 (facelift with 118 kWh option) |
| S | 2025 |
| T | 2026 |
Position 11: Assembly plant
Sindelfingen Factory 56 identifier.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
Production sequence stamped on your specific EQS Sedan.
EQS Sedan trim levels
- EQS 450+ (single motor RWD, 355 hp)
- EQS 450 4Matic (dual motor AWD, 355 hp)
- EQS 580 4Matic (dual motor AWD, 516 hp)
- AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ (dual motor AWD, 649 hp with boost)
- Maybach EQS 680 (dual motor AWD, Maybach interior finish, 2024+)
Where to find the VIN on a Mercedes EQS Sedan
- Lower-left corner of the windshield
- Driver-side B-pillar Datacard sticker (battery pack part number included)
- Stamped on the passenger-side floorpan under the front carpet
- Stamped on the electric motor housing (front and rear)
- Battery pack serial number (on the pack casing, accessible from underneath)
- Vehicle title, registration, Mercedes me app
Mercedes EQS Sedan recalls and known issues
The EQS Sedan has been part of NHTSA campaigns including a 2022 rear-axle steering control module recall, a 2023 charging port software update, and a 2024 seat-heater short-circuit campaign. Beyond formal recalls, monitor MBUX Hyperscreen software updates and battery cooling loop condition on early 2021 to 2022 units. First-year 2022 US-market EQSs have received substantial software refinements over time via OTA.
To check a specific EQS Sedan:
- Decode the VIN with the tool above to confirm the exact chassis series and model year
- Cross-reference the 17-character VIN with the Mercedes-Benz USA recall lookup and the NHTSA recall database
- Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz authorised service centre for any open campaign repair
Frequently asked questions
How do I decode a Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan VIN?
Type the 17-character VIN from the windshield, B-pillar sticker, or title into the decoder at the top of this page. Results include trim (450+, 450 4Matic, 580, AMG 53, Maybach), battery configuration, model year, and plant. No sign-up.
Is the EQS Sedan the same as the EQS SUV?
Different platforms and different plants. The EQS Sedan (V297) is built on the EVA sedan architecture at Sindelfingen. The EQS SUV (X296) uses the same EVA electric powertrain but a longer, taller SUV body and is built in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Different chassis codes (297 for Sedan vs 296 for SUV) in the VIN.
What is the EVA platform?
EVA (Electric Vehicle Architecture) is Mercedes’ dedicated EV platform introduced with the EQS Sedan in 2021. Unlike the earlier EQC (which was built on the GLC platform), EVA was designed from the start as an EV with battery pack integrated into the floorpan structure, dedicated crash-cell layout, and 800-volt high-voltage architecture. The EQE, EQE SUV, and EQS SUV all use variations of EVA.
Is the Mercedes EQS Sedan VIN decoder free?
Yes. VinDecoderPlus decodes every EQS Sedan VIN free of charge with no sign-up. A full vehicle history report is available as an optional paid upgrade if you also need battery health records and ownership history.
Can an EQS Sedan VIN be faked?
The B-pillar Datacard can be replaced, but the floorpan stamp, motor housing stamps (front and rear), and battery pack serial are physically tied to the car. Mercedes service systems monitor the battery pack serial against the VIN, so a mismatch is immediately visible on diagnostics. The guide how to check if a car is stolen by VIN covers the verification steps.
Decode any Mercedes EQS Sedan VIN free
Type your 17-character EQS Sedan VIN into the decoder at the top of this page for an instant breakdown. For related reading:
- Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder hub for the brand-wide guide
- How to read a VIN number for the general standard
- What every character in a VIN means for a position-by-position reference
- VIN decoder vs. vehicle history report for what a decode covers vs. what it doesn’t
