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Service Campaign 2010080002 SEPT10 – MY10 S400 Hybrid dealer may need to reroute wiring harness for AC compressor. Approximately 1492 vehicles affected, check with dealer to see if VIN is included.
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Service Campaign 2010100006 OCT10 – software for the battery management system may not meet specifications, dealer will update. Approximately 1446 vehicles affected.
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P-B-27.60/69 FEB06 Uncomfortable shifting quality 722.9 transmission; 3-2 or 4-3 downshift while decelerating may be the result of incorrect SCN coding; VIN ranges 221.171: A000355 – A016837.
Service Campaign 2006050003 MAY06 Engine Control Unit (ECU); update software if necessary; VIN range: A000364 – A016829
P-B-88.70/48 JUN06 Moisture in turn signal lamp(s) in rearview mirrors; inspect for external damage to the housing however, this condition is normal in that surfaces fog up whenever they are cold and come in contact with warmer, humid air (i.e.: bathroom mirror which fogs up after showering). Any fogging will typically clear disappear after 1 or 2 hours depending on temperature and humidity.
P-I-82.70/481B AUG06 Cellular telephone installation
Service Campaign 2006080001 AUG06 Install software for navigation system; affected vehicles may have incorrect COMAND navigation database installed. This could lead to faulty destination entries, as well as incorrect navigation directions and the display of incorrect street symbols on the map. VIN range 221.171: A069637 – A073251 / 221.176: A069648 – A072093 / 221/179: A069722 – A071159.
P-B-27.60/74a AUG06 Noises from the transmission while making “Direct Select” gear selections; this is a normal operating sound inherent to the design of the Intelligent Selector Module (ISM).
P-B-54.10/176 AUG06 Notes on power consumption and charging of battery (221.171 & 176); disabled convenience functions or partially discharged batteries after a workshop visit or after work with the ignition switched on and the engine off – when the ignition and telematics systems are on the power requirement can be up to 30 A. It is absolutely essential to connect a battery charger during workshop visits.
Service Campaign 2006050003 MAY06 Engine Control Unit (ECU); update software if necessary; VIN range: A000364 – A016829
P-B-88.70/48 JUN06 Moisture in turn signal lamp(s) in rearview mirrors; inspect for external damage to the housing however, this condition is normal in that surfaces fog up whenever they are cold and come in contact with warmer, humid air (i.e.: bathroom mirror which fogs up after showering). Any fogging will typically clear disappear after 1 or 2 hours depending on temperature and humidity.
P-I-82.70/481B AUG06 Cellular telephone installation
Service Campaign 2006080001 AUG06 Install software for navigation system; affected vehicles may have incorrect COMAND navigation database installed. This could lead to faulty destination entries, as well as incorrect navigation directions and the display of incorrect street symbols on the map. VIN range 221.171: A069637 – A073251 / 221.176: A069648 – A072093 / 221/179: A069722 – A071159.
P-B-27.60/74a AUG06 Noises from the transmission while making “Direct Select” gear selections; this is a normal operating sound inherent to the design of the Intelligent Selector Module (ISM).
P-B-54.10/176 AUG06 Notes on power consumption and charging of battery (221.171 & 176); disabled convenience functions or partially discharged batteries after a workshop visit or after work with the ignition switched on and the engine off – when the ignition and telematics systems are on the power requirement can be up to 30 A. It is absolutely essential to connect a battery charger during workshop visits.
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Mercedes Benz S 550
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how much would the dealer cost to correct the condition ?
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S550 , S430
how find out what SB is applicable?
Most of the DTB Star Bulletin is listing a range of VIN that are applicable.
However, dealer will not fix all SB issue unless customer brought up the symptom.
Is there a way to see what are the SB that are applicable to a car?
I am trying to get most of the applicable Star Bulletin fixed since manufacture warranty is coming an end soon.
Thank you much in advance!
However, dealer will not fix all SB issue unless customer brought up the symptom.
Is there a way to see what are the SB that are applicable to a car?
I am trying to get most of the applicable Star Bulletin fixed since manufacture warranty is coming an end soon.
Thank you much in advance!
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LI46.30-P-051327 FEB11 – 221 up to VIN A389435, 216 to A027520 noises from electrohydraulic power steering pump (EHPS) during steering movements, dealer should install modified rubber mounts.
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LI32.22-P-048772 – 221 VIN A277455 up to A315897 vehicle sinks at right rear wheel after standing longer than one day, compressed air escapes at pressure line connector due to score mark. Dealer will replace pressure line from valve block to strut.
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LI82.60-P-051748 APR11 – 221 VIN A362182-A402117, 216 A026183-A027903 if CD track/artist not displayed, update COMAND software. Before complaining check if Gracenote is activated (see owner’s manual).
LI54.70-P-051766 APR11 – 221 A339648-A343778, 216 A025002-A025557 “Distronic Plus Inoperative” or “Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative” dealer should contact TAC.
LI54.70-P-051766 APR11 – 221 A339648-A343778, 216 A025002-A025557 “Distronic Plus Inoperative” or “Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative” dealer should contact TAC.
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Service Campaign 2011050004 JUN11 -MY10 S600 clearance between coolant hose and under-floor paneling screw may be insufficient. Approximately 189 vehicles affected.
LI27.20-P-052096 – Hybrib 221.095 & 195 vehicle jolts during gentle braking, perform DAS/Xentry adaptation of torque converter lockup clutch. If complaint is not eliminated shop should contact MB support team.
LI27.20-P-052096 – Hybrib 221.095 & 195 vehicle jolts during gentle braking, perform DAS/Xentry adaptation of torque converter lockup clutch. If complaint is not eliminated shop should contact MB support team.
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LI72.10-P-052038 – 221 VIN A403631-A404764 noises when opening/closing front door windows, sealing rail is missing low-friction paint and should be replaced.
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This topic is gold, I didn't however find any campaign regarding this:
- Active Light Sensor inoperative
- ESP inoperative
- Run Flat Indicator inoperative
- Parktronic & Distronic inoperative
Consequences : the engine will switch on, but it's impossible to move the car as it doesn't respond to gearbox controls (also horn, menu buttons, volume buttons, etc. on the steering wheel do not function).
- Active Light Sensor inoperative
- ESP inoperative
- Run Flat Indicator inoperative
- Parktronic & Distronic inoperative
Consequences : the engine will switch on, but it's impossible to move the car as it doesn't respond to gearbox controls (also horn, menu buttons, volume buttons, etc. on the steering wheel do not function).
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MY11 216 & 221 Service Campaigns AUG11:
2011070001 - Update fuel system control-module software (approximately 78 vehicles affected)
2011070002 – Update engine control-module SCN code (25 vehicles affected)
2011070003 - Update transmission control-module software (609 vehicles affected)
Have dealer check VMI to see if your VIN is included.
2011070001 - Update fuel system control-module software (approximately 78 vehicles affected)
2011070002 – Update engine control-module SCN code (25 vehicles affected)
2011070003 - Update transmission control-module software (609 vehicles affected)
Have dealer check VMI to see if your VIN is included.
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I do not have a 221 …yet. However, I can tell in talking with a good number of owners, several techs, some shop foremen, and my local MBUSA manager quite frankly there are no problems to speak of. I post these bulletins to circumvent any confusion on the part of the owner when reporting an associated problem to the SA if one should present itself. Note, when a bulletin or service campaign is released it does not necessarily apply to every vehicle. As previously mentioned by Jack, most listed here are very minor and affect early production vehicles - sporadically. When you’re ready go for the 221 – you will not be disappointed.
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Have there been anytech issues with night vision, tonight when i went to put it on a message came up stating night vision assist unavailale, this has happened a couple of times and yes i shut off the car and restarted it.....thank you
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LI83.00-P-052650 – 216 (CL) & 221 (S) stop & go traffic and high levels of pollution, ambient exhaust odor can be smelled in vehicle interior a filter specially designed for this problem is now available part # 2218300418 (combination filter is a maintenance item and is not covered under warranty).
Recall 2011110002 – MY12 221 diesel fuel filter may develop leaks approximately 6,784 vehicles affected. Owners should receive a letter or have dealer check VMI to see
if VIN is included.
Recall 2011110002 – MY12 221 diesel fuel filter may develop leaks approximately 6,784 vehicles affected. Owners should receive a letter or have dealer check VMI to see
if VIN is included.
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2002 Mercedes S 430(GONE), 2001 E320(GONE), 2007 S550(GONE), 2009 BMW X6(GONE), 2014 S550
If there is a recall or something, will the dealer have to fix the issues at MBs cost? My car is out of mnfctr warranty, who will pay for recall?
