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Service Campaign 2019070001 JAN20 – 2018 & 2019 213, 222, 217 ECU software may not meet current production specifications. Malfunction Indicator Lamp could incorrectly illuminate due to one of three potential faults: an incorrect detection of an engine misfire, incorrect detection of the fuel tank ventilation valve position, or an incorrect detection of the battery supply voltage. Under certain conditions, reduction of engine power output. Dealer will update ECU software. Approximately 2827 vehicles affected.
Service Campaign 2019060011 JAN20 – 2018 213, 217 ECU software may not meet current production specifications. As a result, Malfunction Indicator Lamp could incorrectly illuminate due to an incorrect detection of an engine misfire. Dealer will update the ECU software. Approximately 57 vehicles affected.
LI82.62-P-067526 JAN20 – 213 with code 811 (Burmester) one or more speakers may temporarily malfunction regardless of audio source used, update sound system (N40/7 amp) software.
LI82.70-P-064726 JAN20 – 213, 238, 177, 167, 118, 247, 253 during a phone call the called party may have difficulty understanding the driver/passenger, interference/background noises are audible to the called party, and/or voice control does not understand or misunderstands spoken commands. Process fault codes, replace microphones accordingly.
LI54.30-P-070482 JAN20 –222, 217; 257, 213, 238, 463, 290, 205, 253 with code 464 check engine light (CEL) P261029, P02FF85, or P02FF02 may be active/stored perform software updates on N3/10 motor electronic CU, N127 powertrain CU, and instrument cluster.
LI82.85-P-069555 JAN20 – 213 with code 531 and code 807, 238 with code 531 and code 807 or code 808, without code 058 when the door is opened a high-frequency whistling noise may be heard for approximately 5 seconds from the center speaker, update COMAND Online control unit (A26/17) software.
Recall Campaign 2019070013 FEB20 – 2015-2018 213, 205, 238 an additional 199 vehicles for steering gear locknut recalls 2019080011 & 2019080012 were added. Customer letters will be mailed approximately one week after the remedy becomes available.
Recall Campaign 2020010006 FEB20 – 2018-2019 213, 222, 217, 290 w/M177 the engine material of oil feed line to turbochargers may not meet current production specifications dealer will replace feed line. Approximately 2,518 vehicle affected.
Recall Campaign 2020020008 FEB20 – 2020 213, 238, 257, 205, 253, 290 eCall (emergency call) hardware not working, dealer will replace communication module. Approximately 239 vehicles affected.
LI32.33-P-070817 FEB20 – 213 wagon Airmatic (489) compressor inoperative vehicle level not adjusted correctly, moisture may freeze resulting in blockage, fuse may be blown. Replace compressor, fuse and relay. In addition, remove pressure line between compressor & valve block checking for moisture. If there is blow out pressure line, replace valve unit. Perform software update. One or more applicable fault codes: C156213, C157200, C220C04, C220C01, C156200, C155E13, C155E1F, C156784, C156684, C156984, C156884, C156C00.
LI83.70-P-070818 FEB20 – 213 & 253 hybrids up to manufacture date 3/29/19 pre-climate control occasionally may not be activated with vehicle key, update air conditioner control unit software.
LI54.30-P-070902 FEB20 – 2016-2019 213, 238, 257, 2018-2019 205, 2018 222, 217 intermittently, the mileage readings in the event memory of the instrument cluster may not exactly match the actual mileage becomes more apparent if long distances are traveled without an ignition cycle. The vehicle's odometer is not affected, memory mileage discrepancy does not exceed 10 miles. Cause: storage logic of the mileage readings in the event memory of the instrument cluster. There is no remedy for this complaint.
LI82.20-P-070189 FEB20 – 118, 167, 177, 217, 222, 238, 247, 257 retrofitted front door exit lamp(s) with logo projection may flicker or flash intermittently door control unit has a current limiting function. Check Vedoc to ensure the vehicle has the proper SA code: 118/167/177/247/257/238 = code o26 (Note: letter "o", not zero), 222/217 = code E72 code can be added via XENTRY diagnosis (special functions -> entry for retrofits and modifications).
LI82.85-P-070566 FEB20 – 118, 167, 177, 205, 213, 217, 222, 238, 247, 253, 257, 294 cracking/popping from speakers and/or heard during bluetooth call, and/or voice control (VCS) distortion. Update HERMES control unit.
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Recall Campaign 2020020017 MAR20 – 2018 & 2019 205, 253, 213, 257, 290, 463 front seat belt buckles might correctly latched could be erroneously detected as not latched. As a result, neither the electric PRE-SAFE function nor the pre-tensioner would be activated in the event of a crash. Dealer will check and replace. Approximately 29,720 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020020023 MAR20 – 2018 & 2019 213, 222, 217, 290 due to thermal loading while driving, oil feed line to turbochargers might exhibit leakage risk of fire cannot be ruled out. Dealer will replace the oil feed line to the turbocharger. Approximately 2,518 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020030001 &2020030002 APR20 – 2019 213 AMG might be equipped with driver airbags and software that do not meet current production specifications not related to the on-going Takata Airbag recall, dealer will check driver airbag module and software and replace the airbag and update the software if necessary. Approximately 65 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020030016 APR20 – 2020 205, 213, 238, 253, 257, 290 an electrical circuit in the communication module for the emergency call system (eCall) may be damaged, dealer will replace the communication module on the affected vehicles. Approximately 239 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020040018 & 2020050001 APR20 – 2020 238 front left seatbelt might not have been installed according to current production specifications, dealer will check the seatbelt routing on the front left seat on the affected vehicles and correct it, if necessary. If the webbing is damaged, the seatbelt assembly will be replaced. Recall population 6 vehicles. 40018 affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “PENDING” on April 28, 2020, 50001 flagged in VMI as "OPEN" on May 15, 2020.
LI82.10-P-071235 APR20 – 213, 238, 257, 177, 205, 253, 167, 231 code 641, 642 high beam assist nonfunctional and/or low beam sometimes stays illuminated on one side, SCN code E1n11 & E2n11 headlamp control units.
that’s a defective lcd panel and the entire u it must be replaced.
My dealer is not helping me... As I see from forums and Facebook groups, it should be covered under warranty. Even if the warranty expired ( got the car in January 2017) I'm trying to find one proof for this problem, if not I'm thinking to send a letter to Germany.
My dealer is not helping me... As I see from forums and Facebook groups, it should be covered under warranty. Even if the warranty expired ( got the car in January 2017) I'm trying to find one proof for this problem, if not I'm thinking to send a letter to Germany.
If the warranty has expired they will not cover it unless you brought it in and had it documented while the warranty was still in effect. You will have to pay out of pocket.
Service Campaign 2020040022 MAY20 - 2019 238 right drip rail retaining tabs may need to be reworked, dealer will check the drip rail. 465 vehicles affected.
LI91.25-P-071314 JUN20 – 213, 257, 290 w/ code 432 noises from dynamic seat, apply lubricant (Krytox) between the tensioning strap and the seat backrest frame.
Service Campaign 2019110002 DEC19 – 213 with B06 replace front left & right brake pads, disks, and calibers no further details given. Need to have dealer check VMI to see if VIN is included.
Service Campaign 2020060019 7/20 – 2019 205, 213, 290 AMG software for the AMG drive unit control unit does not correspond to the current configuration noises could emanate from the rear axle differential, dealer will update software. Approximately 2810 vehicles affected.
LI09.40-P-067578 7/20 – 213, 222, 217, 290, 463 reduced power particularly at higher speeds or at wide open throttle acceleration in higher speed ranges, check vacuum line is firmly seated on the vacuum cells (part # 1771400400). The line should only be plugged-in once to ensure a firm seating. If while conducting work in the area of the turbocharger the removal of the vacuum line is required then the vacuum line must be replaced. Check Y-fitting of vacuum line for damage.
LI91.18-P-071313 7/20 – 213, 257, 290 front seat cushion cover becomes detached from the side of the seat, side fastening hooks need to be bent up and two spring clips need to be attached to the height adjuster.
LI88.20-P-071479 7/20 – 213 (not AMG) rear bumper contacts bottom of tail lamp may not be fully engaged, remove bumper adjust lateral support gap.
LI83.30-P-071494 7/20 – 213, 238, 257, 222 air conditioning intermittently does not cool problem occurs after a vehicle stop or ECO stop create an XSF ticket, if no create a PTSS case. Either way MB support needs to be brought in.
any bulletins on why the car vibrates like it has a bent rim straight from the factory or why the car vibrates when hitting the brakes? I have a feeling it has something to do with the 4matic.... they sure dont build them like they used to
any bulletins on why the car vibrates like it has a bent rim straight from the factory or why the car vibrates when hitting the brakes? I have a feeling it has something to do with the 4matic.... they sure dont build them like they used to
This car had this issue since the beginning. its just not a well engineered car
Service Campaign 2020070012 AUG20 – 2020 213 front right inner door panel does not correspond to specifications, dealer will check and rework if necessary. Approximately 77 vehicles affected.
Service Campaign 2020080005 AUG20 – 2019-2020 213, 205, 290 software for the AMG drive unit control unit does not correspond to production configuration, dealer will update the software as necessary. Approximately 4,317 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020070004 AUG20 – 2020 213, 253, 290 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched, the left rear seatback latch might not meet current production specifications, dealer will replace the left rear seatback latch. Approximately 1,351 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020070017 AUG20 – 2020 213, 205, 253 equipped with 4-cylinder gasoline engine (M264) screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly torqued during the assembly process, dealer will check the mounting of the turbocharger oil feed and oil return line and rework it, if necessary. Approximately 88 vehicles affected.
Recall Campaign 2020080004 AUG20 – 2017-2019 222, 213, 238, 257, 205 seat belt warning system does not meet current production specifications if the driver or passenger seat belt is not fastened, the seat belt warning would not warn the driver as intended by means of a blinking warning lamp in the instrument cluster and an audible warning tone, but only with a permanently activated warning lamp. Dealer will update the SCN coding of the instrument cluster. Approximately 56 vehicles affected.
LI46.35-P-071461 JUL20 - All models w/electric steering knocking noises when driving or steering, check wear of tie rod outer joint.
LI46.35-P-071462 JUL20 – All models w/electric steering knocking noises when driving or steering, check wear of tie rod inner joint.
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Recall Campaign 2020080015 AUG 20 – 2017-2019 213, 222, 238, 257, 205 If the driver or passenger seat belt is not fastened, the seat belt warning would not warn the driver as intended, dealer will update the (SCN) -Coding of the instrument cluster. Approximately 56 vehicles affected.
LI27.50-P-071658 AUG20 – Vehicles w/725 transmission when changing gear range from P to D or R harsh engagement may be noticeable, the engagement sequence must be taught in again as follows: Start the engine from cold: engage gear P, wait at least 5 seconds; gear D, wait at least 5s; gear P, wait at least 5s; gear R, wait at least 5s. Repeat this process for the engagement processes into D and R 10 times. Then drive the vehicle in up to 3rd gear max., to cool the plates. Also repeat the above procedure with the transmission at operating temperature (approx. 50°C) and running hot (approx. 70°C).
Service Campaign 2020080022 SEPT20 – 2019 205, 213, 190 exhaust gas cleaning information label does not correspond to the current configuration dealer will replace label. Approxi9mately 129 vehicl;es affected.
LI83.30-P-071494 SEPT20 – 213,238,257,222,205 with gasoline engine from manufacturing date 15.10.2018 (not hybrids) air conditioning intermittently does not cool, confirm AC control unit software is current.
LI54.10-P-069698 SEPT20 –, 213,238,257,167,290 functional impairment of 48 V on-board electrical system, confirm all components can be actuated via Xentry guided tests.
LI35.30-P-058566 SEPT20 – 171,172,203,204,205,207,209,211,212,213,215,216,21 7,218,219,220,221,222,223,230,231,238,253,257, 164,166,167,292,293 single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end) noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of travel. If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar nut (by 1 turn), the problem is due to cracking of the microweld between the wheel bearing inner race and the joint housing of the side shaft. The collar nut must always be replaced after being loosened. Coat contact surface of side shaft with wheel bearing with Molykote paint (MB part # 0009890152).
LI33.30-P-056665 SEPT20 – All Mercedes-Benz cars with front-wheel drive and 4x4 vehicles single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar nut (by 1 turn), the problem is due to micromovement in the connection between the wheel bearing inner race and the joint housing of the side shaft. The collar nut must always be replaced after being loosened and must be tightened to the specified torque. Coat contact surface of side shaft with wheel bearing with Molykote paint (MB part # 0009890152).
Recall Campaign 2020110001 NOV20 - 2019-2020 213 mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat might not have been installed position of the front passenger seat in relation to the airbag might deviate from the certified level, dealer will check and install it if necessary. Approximately 1,337 vehicles affected.
LI72.40-P-071889 NOV20 – 238, 257, 118, facelift 217, 205.3, 205.4 When closing the door, the side window may remain slightly open (short stroke position), automatic window raising function of side window inoperative but window is fully operational while holding the switch - update software in the affected door control unit.
Recall Campaign 2020110013 DEC20 – 2019-2021 213 mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat might not have been installed position of the front passenger seat in relation to the airbag might deviate from the certified level, dealer will install. Approximately 1,337 vehicles affected.
Service Campaign 2020110017 DEC20 - 2019-2020 167, 213, 238, and 257 software for the on-board electrical system battery control unit does not correspond to the current series production configuration, dealer will update software. Approximately 388 vehicles affected.
LI54.30-P-072145 DEC20 - 257, 213, 238, 463, 222, 217, 290, and 205 with NTG5.5 incorrect time may be shown in the instrument cluster, COMAND Display, and analog clock. The clock may read 0:00. Ensure that the latest software is installed for instrument cluster (A1), the Audio 20/COMAND (A26/17), and the HERMES control unit (N112/9). If this does not remedy the complaint, perform initial start-up of the instrument cluster control unit (A1).
Service Campaign 2020110018 DEC20 – 2013-2017 117, 156, 166, 172, 190, 204, 205, 207, 212, 217, 218, 222, 231, 242, 253, 292, 463 PASS control unit does not meet current series production configuration and therefore the possibility exists that a correct GPS position cannot be determined, dealer will update the control unit software. Approximately 31,707 vehicles affected.
Service Campaign 2020110019 JAN21 – 2017-2018 213 238 supplemental restraint system (SRS) control unit software does not correspond to the current production specifications data might not be recorded correctly no other functions are affected, dealer will update the SRS control unit software. Approximately 80,922 vehicles affected.
LI82.85-P-072218 JAN21 – 118,177,247,253,213,238,257,290 w/code 548/549 MBUX multimedia system (A26/17) starts route guidance without user input and does not provide any audio notification; does not give any spoken or visual driving instructions only the destination information and the current route are shown, "Commuter route" option is activated in the settings operating as designed feature can be activated or deactivated in the MBUX navigation settings.
Recall Campaign 2020090018 FEB21 – 2018-2019 238, 205 incorrect activated carbon filter might have been installed, filter will be checked and replaced. Approximately 20,281 vehicles affected.
LI82.85-P-071394 FEB21 – 213,238,257,118,167,177,253,247,253,290 w/code 548/549 diagnosis "MBUX multimedia system control unit is defective (hard drive, internal fault)", replace internal hard drive.
LI54.10-P-069698 FEB21 – 257, 213, 238, 167, 290 w/B01 48V no start; yellow or red instrument cluster message for 48 V on-board electrical system battery (G1/3); limp home mode, overheating, A/C not blowing cold, or loss of acceleration. Multiple remedies inclusive of inspecting cables, G1/3 replacement/check software version, and updating DC/DC converter N83/1.
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