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Charging with NACS

Access NACS DC fast charging stations with a Mercedes-Benz Fast Charging Adapter.

Charging your Mercedes-Benz at a Tesla Supercharger

Mercedes-Benz EV drivers are now able to access DC fast chargers that use the North American Charging System (NACS), including over 25,000 Tesla Superchargers across Canada and the United States, using a Mercedes-Benz Fast Charging Adapter. There’s no need to download any additional apps — payment is streamlined through your MB.CHARGE Public account.*

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What’s needed? A Mercedes-Benz DC Fast Charging Adapter.

Charging your Mercedes-Benz EV at a Tesla Supercharger station requires an adapter. We strongly recommend the Mercedes-Benz DC Fast Charging Adapter to connect the NACS charging cable to the charging port on your all-electric Mercedes-BenzDisclaimer[1].

Mercedes-Benz EV customers will be notified when adapters are available to purchase through an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealerDisclaimer[1].

Contact your local dealer for more information or to purchase

Learn more about the Mercedes-Benz DC Fast Charging Adapter

Watch the video for step-by-step guidance on charging your all-electric Mercedes-Benz at NACS DC fast chargers.*

Initiating a Charging Session

To get started, confirm in the Mercedes-Benz app that you have a Mercedes-Benz-approved adapter: Tap “Charging Status & Settings” and when prompted, toggle “NACS DC Adapter” on to indicate that you have the adapter. NACS-enabled fast charging stations will shortly appear on your vehicle navigation display and app and will be included when routing your journeyDisclaimer[1].

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What is the North American Charging Standard (NACS)?

The North American Charging System (NACS) is a charging connector that enables access to DC fast charging systems like Tesla’s Supercharger network.

By the end of 2025 or early 2026, select Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle models will come equipped with the NACS charging port[SS1] , and gradually all EVs will be designed to be compatible with this charging option.

FAQs

An adapter is needed to charge your Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle at Tesla Supercharger stations. The adapter, approved by Mercedes-Benz, connects the NACS-equipped charging cable to the CCS1 port on your Mercedes-Benz EV and is used ONLY for DC fast-charging. The adapter is rated for 500 amps/1000 volts. Please read the User Manual before use. Do not use the adapter for AC charging (ex. home wallbox or Level 2 public charger). Mercedes-Benz has extensively evaluated and tested the recommended adapter to ensure the safety of use and its compatibility with your vehicle. Mercedes-Benz does not approve or endorse other aftermarket adapters. Customers may purchase the approved adapter through a Mercedes-Benz dealer. Any vehicle damage that is the result of using a non-approved adapter may not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.

Adapters are now available for purchase through an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

The Tesla Supercharger network is integrated into the MB.CHARGE Public network[1], so ensure MB.CHARGE Public service is active in the Mercedes-Benz app (Manage Digital Extras > Charging > MB.CHARGE Public toggle switched to “Activated”). Next, confirm you have the adapter in the Mercedes-Benz app by toggling on the "NACS Adapter" under Charging Status & Settings. This will allow you to locate and route to Tesla Supercharger stations. At the station, you can start a charging session through your vehicle’s display or the Mercedes-Benz app. Connect the adapter to the cable, then insert the adapter into your vehicle and the session will begin momentarily. Please be aware that Tesla policy prohibits the use of third-party adapters that are not sold or distributed by an automaker.

If you have a Mercedes-Benz Fast Charging Adapter[1], click on “Charging Status & Settings” in the Mercedes-Benz app, then toggle on “NACS Adapter” when prompted. Also make sure your MB.CHARGE Public service is active. Your vehicle will now display NACS-equipped charging stations, including Tesla Supercharger stations, and Navigation with Electric Intelligence will automatically optimize your route to include charging station stops along the way. You may experience a delay of about an hour before the stations become visible in the app or vehicle display after you turn on the "NACS Adapter" toggle.

Not all Tesla Supercharger stations are accessible to Mercedes-Benz all-electric vehicles. Your vehicle’s navigation display or Mercedes-Benz app will only display accessible stations once you’ve confirmed in the app that you have the NACS DC Fast Charging Adapter[1]. The station details on your vehicle’s display for stations that require an adaptor will show, “DC Fast Charging Adapter required. A Mercedes-Benz approved adapter is recommended.”

In some cases, the cables at Tesla Supercharger stations may be too short to reach the charging port on your Mercedes-Benz EV. If this is the case, please obstruct as few stations as possible, do not park horizontally or diagonally. Drivers must NEVER use an EV extension cable to reach from the charger to the vehicle.

Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer if you are experiencing issues with your vehicle or adapter. If you have questions about the charging at Tesla Supercharger stations or your charging services, please contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Support 800-387-0100.

*Requires purchase of a Mercedes-Benz adapter, software update via your preferred Mercedes-Benz dealer, vehicle pairing, activation, and payment of fee. MB.CHARGE is provided in cooperation with the third-party service provider, ChargePoint. The service requires an active Mercedes me ID and ChargePoint account, including acceptance of the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for each company and consent to linking of accounts. This contract can be made with a mobile device in the Mercedes App or within the Mercedes me Digital Extras Portal. The mobile device needs to have network coverage of a mobile network provider. A MBUX multimedia system with 26 cm (10.25-inch) touchscreen and with navigation is required for the service to be used within the vehicle. Availability and functionality varies by model, year, selected options, and hardware (including Mercedes-Benz User Experience multimedia system). Cellular connectivity and network coverage required. Restrictions and limitations apply.

Help & Assistance

If you have any questions, please contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Relations at 1-800-387-0100.

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