M-Class (W166) Produced 2012-2015

Blind spot assist

Old Feb 11, 2017 | 10:04 AM
  #1  
easyedwin's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 118
Likes: 8
From: Birmingham
GLE 350 4matic-Porsche Cayman
Blind spot assist

The blind spot assist function keeps going in and out [from enabled to inoperable] and I now cannot rely on it consistently. MB service replaced driver side mirror lens and wire harness in door and it is still inoperable. Any suggestions???
Reply
Old Feb 11, 2017 | 10:29 AM
  #2  
F18BEN's Avatar
Senior Member
Veteran: Army
15 Year Member
Liked
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 419
Likes: 30
From: Florida
2026 BMW 550e X DRIVE, 2024 GLE 450e SUV
I had the same problem and it wasn't fixed until they replaced a device in the steering wheel. I believe it was called a steering unit. I can look back on my old bills if MB doesn't know what I'm talking about.
Reply
Old Feb 11, 2017 | 11:22 AM
  #3  
easyedwin's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 118
Likes: 8
From: Birmingham
GLE 350 4matic-Porsche Cayman
Originally Posted by F18BEN
I had the same problem and it wasn't fixed until they replaced a device in the steering wheel. I believe it was called a steering unit. I can look back on my old bills if MB doesn't know what I'm talking about.
The ELW has covered it thus far, however I must take it back in. I will suggest the steering unit to the tech.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2017 | 09:56 AM
  #4  
dpopovic74's Avatar
Newbie
 
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
2012 Mercedes ML 350
Originally Posted by easyedwin
The blind spot assist function keeps going in and out [from enabled to inoperable] and I now cannot rely on it consistently. MB service replaced driver side mirror lens and wire harness in door and it is still inoperable. Any suggestions???
I ended up towing mine to dealer and they found my problem was faulty wire harness and one of the sensor was bad. Cause all kinds of lights to pop up and made shortage in all system. 2200$ repair. Mine was coming on and off periodically and then last few months was on solid all the time. Good luck.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2017 | 10:31 PM
  #5  
easyedwin's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 118
Likes: 8
From: Birmingham
GLE 350 4matic-Porsche Cayman
Part should be in tomorrow. I am driving 2017 GLC loaner now. It is cool and very different from my ML.
Reply
Old Feb 15, 2017 | 04:26 PM
  #6  
easyedwin's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 118
Likes: 8
From: Birmingham
GLE 350 4matic-Porsche Cayman
I got it back today. It was the driver side door module. ELW covered it.
YAY
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Thread Tools
Search this Thread
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:
You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 05:27 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE