Originally Posted by Valvestud

Hello,


As many of you know, I have been providing Datacard info to many members interested in their build sheet, or to verify engine serial number.


I received a PM from a member today who indicates he has a "late 2010 C63". The Datacard for the VIN he provided shows a delivery date of 11/24/2010. The Datacard indicates the engine number is over 4,000 engines beyond serial number 156983 60 060658 where the new head bolts were employed.


Since we've believed that all 2010 and older, and some 2011s were in the affected range, I'm confused about how this one could be outside the range. I did a search to find out which digit in the VIN corresponds to the model year, but had no luck getting a clear answer.


Anyone have any thoughts on all of this?


Thanks,


Joe

Originally Posted by Daniel Barnes

headbolt questions

I am a new member and on my 6th AMG. Including some great other Mercedes along the way. I am looking at buying this car and wondering if effected by headbolt issue WDDHF7HB5BA342093

Thank you so much

Originally Posted by Ninjadom

Hi guys, I’m brand new to the forum.

I’m probably buying a C63 either tomorrow or the next day. It’s a late 2011 UK facelift model (61 number plate in the U.K.). I’ve not got access to the VIN yet. Can I assume that this does not have the Headbolt issue?

Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by Valvestud

it’s probably not affected, but need VIN to be sure. Why can’t you get VIN?

Originally Posted by alion94

is this engine number effected? - My dealer said my vehicle was okay; however, I feel like he didnt know to much.

15698560056969

Originally Posted by Valvestud

I suggest you post or PM your VIN and I can tell you definitively if you're in the affected group.

Regards,

Joe

Originally Posted by Mezzy

hey!

im looking at a 2010 E63 and I heard you’re the guy to check with to see if the head bolts are in the affected range.

the vin is WDDHF7HBXAA224118

i really appreciate the help.

Originally Posted by Valvestud

The title of the thread gives you your answer.

Originally Posted by Heaven7

I'm looking at what seems to be a late-build 2010. The VIN is WDDGF7HW2AF499449.

Has the possibility that late 2010's have the newer bolts been discarded?

Originally Posted by Abnob

hi Joe this is the Engine no.:
156985 60 052306
of the car I am looking to buy...does it have the old or new head bolts? please?

Originally Posted by Valvestud

Old. Last 5 digits need to be 60658 or higher.

Originally Posted by King Tone

I have a 2009 SL63 and was wondering if my vehicle is affected by the head bolt issues. Vin - WDBSK70F89F164798
I'm Also looking at a 2008 CLK63 Black Series and want to know if this car is also affected. Vin - WDBTJ77HX8F234183
Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by BLKROKT

Did you read the title of this thread? Everything 2010 and earlier is affected.

Originally Posted by Valvestud

I suggest you post or PM your VIN and I can tell you definitively if you're in the affected group.

Regards,

Joe

Originally Posted by Seth Brunswick

Hello Joe,
Can you tell me if 4JGBB7HB1AA567116 has a head bolt issue? Thanks, seth