Hi all,
Tried to fold the rear seats, but couldn't find any buttons in the trunk or on the rear seats themselves. I thought they were standard on the 2024 eqs 450 sedans? Or is it optional? I have the executive rear seat package and pinnacle trim. Thanks in advance!

 

They are standard, but not with the Executive seats, that's the only trim that doesn't fold.

 

@sjhwilkes ,

This is a great point of discussion, and the confusion is completely understandable because the configuration did, in fact, change after the 2023 model year.

Based on both owner experience and the official dealer guides, here is the definitive breakdown:

For 2022-2023 EQS Sedan Models:

The release mechanism is located only on the seats themselves, via the levers on the top shoulder of the outboard rear seats. There are no factory release levers in the trunk on these models.

For 2024 and Newer EQS Sedan Models:

Starting with the 2024 model year, Mercedes made the system more convenient for all trims. These models now have two release locations:

1. The original release levers/buttons on the top shoulder of the seats.
   
2. A new, second set of illuminated release levers in the trunk, high up on the sides.
   

So, to clarify for everyone and to answer the OP, @roberthung88 : Your 2024 car is equipped correctly. You have both sets of releases, as this is now the standard configuration. The Executive Rear Seat Package (which is part of the Pinnacle trim) does not delete this function.

Hope this provides a truly definitive answer.

 

There is significant confusion about this feature, likely because the configuration changed between the 2023 and 2024 model years. Based on owner experience and a review of the dealer guides, here is the definitive breakdown.

For 2022-2023 Models:

The release mechanism is located only on the seats themselves, via the levers on the top shoulder of the outboard rear seats. There are no factory release levers in the trunk on these models. *(Note: As the 2022 was a launch year with potential packaging inconsistencies, verifying a specific '22 build via its VIN is still the safest approach.)

For 2024 and Newer Models:

Starting with the 2024 model year, Mercedes made the system more convenient for all trims. These models now have two release locations:

1. The original release levers/buttons on the top shoulder of the seats.
   
2. A new, second set of illuminated release levers in the trunk, high up on the sides.
   

 

Thanks for the reply, @sjhwilkes !

 

Thanks for your answer, @J_Boxer! I can't believe the legend himself replied . By the way, you inspired me to lease my current vehicle. I initially thought it would be too far out of my price range! Turns out to be the best decision ever

I'm quite certain I don't see any buttons on the top shoulder of the rear seats or in the trunk. I'll send photos tomorrow. Thanks!

 

Thank you for the very kind words. It's fantastic to hear that my other posts were helpful in your decision—that's what this community is all about. Congratulations on the new car!

Now, that's a very interesting development regarding the seat releases. The inconsistency between model years is already a known issue, but this adds a new layer to the puzzle.

The photos you offered to send would be immensely helpful. A picture is worth a thousand words and will definitely help us solve this mystery.

In the meantime, here’s one "insider" thing you can check that is 100% specific to your exact car: the digital owner's manual in your MBUX system. Use the search function for "folding seats." It should show a diagram of the exact release mechanism that was installed on your vehicle from the factory. Sometimes a running production change is reflected in the car's digital manual before it's widely known.

Looking forward to seeing the photos. We'll get to the bottom of it.

 

I have the executive rear package with massage/heat/cool, recline, and tablet. The rear seats DO fold forward. The lever is above the back rest on either side. I had to return a garden crate which my wife hoarded (never to use). She said if I can take it back in my car, go for it. So I did with the seats folded down instead of using her Lexus LX. She was not very happy.

 

Does your 23 have the redundant seat release levers/buttons on both sides of the trunk towards the rear?

 

Can you provide teaching, because I can't find a place

 

So here are some pictures @J_Boxer . Tried to find buttons/levers, but to no success. Perhaps MB omitted the split folding functionality on some vehicles? Would be quite odd though. Thanks!

 

Here's the build sheet -- it looks like I do have the 2024 hmmm

 

I have the rear buttons in the trunk for both sides, too. I hope the photos help.

 

Thank you, @MB37 , for the the very clear pictures! I think mine clearly doesn't have them. Not a deal breaker by any means, but just a bit weird

 

From the trunk looking forward, do you see the split between the seats? It's odd that if you have the pinnacle trim and executive seating that they would actually omit and have the fold down as another option.

 

Yes I do. It looks like it’s split in two with one portion longer than the other. Indeed quite odd. I think I’ll contact the salesperson—maybe they did something to it and forgot to put back the electronic button?

 

We might have a case of bigamy here because I think you might be married to my wife.

 

We just have similar wives.