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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–143 of 143, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Nov 1, 2011–Feb 12, 2014.
Back to 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350 problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10167006
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167006 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10166975
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This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon Telematics systems. If the i-button call failed or if the customer was unable to perform the i-button call, the mbrace agent instructed the customer to make an appointment with their dealer to have the issue corrected and/or i-button call performed. The vehicles impacted range from model year 2002 to 2014.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10166975 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167015
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The key is not recognized in the electronic ignition switch, the vehicle cannot be started and/or the automatic transmission may perform an "Automatic P function" at speeds below 6 km/h.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167015 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10166978
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Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10166978 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10166976
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Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10166976 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167040
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This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the mbrace control module software at the next workshop visit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167040 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10166993
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Creaking/squeaking noises from the front axle when steering
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10166993 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167016
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The Parktronic system switches to malfunction. The driver notices a fault message (4 red LEDs and 2 sec continuous signal). The following fault codes are stored in the PTS control unit (N62): A23400 - Rear PARKTRONIC warning element 1 has a malfunction. - STORED A23300 - Front PARKTRONIC warning element 1 has a malfunction. - STORED
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167016 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10051975
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES): WITH STEERING AT FULL LOCK, NOISE CAN BE HEARD, LIKE KNOCKING AND/OR CREAKING, COMING FROM AREA OF FRONT AXLE WHEN MANEUVERING. MODELS 203 (C240, 320, 32, 230), 171 (SLK350, 55, 280), 209 (CLK 320, 500, 55, 63), 204 (C300, 350, 250, 63), 207 (E350, 550). NO YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 12/30/13. *PE UPDATED 5/9/14. *PE
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE.
Source record 10051975 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205234
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Software update of COMAND Online control unit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10205234 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044601
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XENTRY (MERCEDES): CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (CEL) IS ACTIVATED; STORED IN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT IS VERY FINE LEAK. AUTOMATIC FUEL TANK LEAK TEST SOFTWARE IS SENSITIVE AND CAN PRODUCES AN ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSIS. MODELS 204, 212, 218, 221, 216,AND 166 WITH NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATE 11/22/13. *PE
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10044601 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205237
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The COMAND unit does not start or the display remains dark.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10205237 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205236
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"Metadata loss- Please reimport all media data".
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10205236 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205233
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Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10205233 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10053536
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MERCEDES: DUE TO NON CORRESPONDING TO CURRENT PRODUCTION CONFIGURATION, ON SOME VEHICLES, MANUFACTURER HAS UPDATED THE SOFT TOP CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE. MODEL 2011-2012 E350, 550. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10053536 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167546
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FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acceleration" e.g. due to engine intervention. This can affect all NAT2FE+ (7G-TRONIC PLUS) vehicles with engines OM651, OM642LS and M278 in the production period from 04/2011 to 02/2012 and with more than 10,000 km. The two fault codes can also occur in combination with rpm sensor faults (see also GI27.50-P-035556). The rpm sensor fault is not connected with this complaint.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10167546 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167547
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Shift quality complaints and/or automatic transmission in limp-home mode in combination with one or more of the following fault codes: P060600, P072200, P072300, P072364, P072900, P073000, P073100, P073200, P073300, P073400, P073500, P076F00.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10167547 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205228
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No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10205228 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167566
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The side air vents in the instrument panel may be reflected in the side windows in sunlight
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167566 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167550
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Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10167550 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167564
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Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167564 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167569
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Switch for seat belt extender inoperative.
Source components: SEAT BELTS.
Source record 10167569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167567
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1. Noises when operating electric seat fore/aft adjustment 2. Electric fore/aft adjustment nonfunctional 3. Adjustment is biased to one side, which bends the seat frame
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10167567 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167554
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Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "Very fine leak" or P044200 "Fine leak" stored in engine control unit.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10167554 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10053665
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XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER SWITCH FAILS TO OPERATE. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE
Source components: SEAT BELTS · SEAT BELTS:FRONT.
Source record 10053665 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167556
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Glove box squeaks/rattles at top left mounting.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10167556 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167563
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The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167563 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10205265
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Outside mirror fogged.
Source components: VISIBILITY.
Source record 10205265 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167572
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If it is necessary to replace an HV battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis Sheet for Transportability of High-Voltage Batteries Form? accompanied by: , the removed part, the quick test printout, the BMS control unit log printout, the repair documentation and with all required documentation listed in Section E of the Form.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167572 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167552
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Engine does not start, or various fault messages in instrument cluster immediately after engine start and servo assistance is reduced. The following display messages may appear: - Red message "Power Steering Malfunction - See Operator's Manual" including acoustic warning - Red or yellow message "ESP / ABS Currently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual", sometimes with acoustic warning - White message about tire pressure monitor or run flat indicator: "Tire Pressure Loss Warning Defective" or "Tire Pressure Monitor Defective" In addition, the indicator lamps of the following systems may light up: - Brakes / ABS / ESP / ESP Off / engine diagnosis Furthermore: - The chassis CAN is partially or completely disrupted - Several control units (e.g. the electric power steering, ESP, engine etc.) cannot be interrogated or are not listed in the quick test - Various CAN communication errors from other control units may be logged (see list "Control unit / Fault code")
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167552 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167544
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Harsh 4-3 and/or 4-5 shifts may be experienced, usually more noticeable with light throttle drivers. No check engine light etc. or related diagnostic fault codes. Adaptation values are usually within specification.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10167544 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10052164
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XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, SENSORS ARE DELIVERING INCORRECT RPM AND CONTROL UNIT OF TRANSMISSION IS DETECTING OVERSPEEDING, WITH POSSIBLE CAUSE OF SOFTWARE ERROR. MODELS 212. *PE
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10052164 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10059566
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10059566 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10050860
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MERCEDES (XENTRY): THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE, ON FRONT DOOR, IS INOPERATIVE DUE TO THE BOWDEN CABLE BECOMING UNHOOKED FROM CLIP AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. MODEL 207. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Source components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS.
Source record 10050860 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10051540
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XENTRY: M271.8 EVO ENGINE HAS POOR ACCELERATOR RESPONSE- LACK OF POWER UNDER FULL LOAD AND HIGH RPM. ENGINE DIAGNOSIS WARNING LAMP (CEL) LIGHTS UP, VEHICLE IS IN LIMP-HOME MODE (MAY OR MAY NOT BE INTERMITTENT). *JS
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10051540 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10048319
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XENTRY (MERCEDES): FOREIGN OBJECTS FROM EXHAUST MANIFOLD, MAY HAVE IMPAIRED OR DAMAGED, BRIEFLY, THE FUNCTION OF TURBOCHARGER, WHEN IT SWITCHED TO LIMP HOME MODE OR INSUFFICIENT OUTPUT. MODELS 164, 203, 204, 207, 209, 211, 212, 218, 219, 221, 251, 461, 463. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE.
Source record 10048319 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044222
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MERCEDES BENZ: FRONT OR REAR SEAT BELT DOES NOT ROLL UP CORRECTLY. DIRT DEPOSITS ON THE SEAT BELT GUIDE DUE TO SOILED SEAT BELT. ALSO INCLUDED MODELS 169, F CELL, 246, AND 231. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. *JS
Source components: SEAT BELTS.
Source record 10044222 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044220
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MERCEDES BENZ: RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT OR LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT DOES NOT ROLL UP COMPLETELY. CAUSED BY BELT STRAP SCRAPING ON THE RETRACTOR HOUSING. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL CLS550 MODEL YEAR 2012. *JS
Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.
Source record 10044220 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044165
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XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: HIGH BEAM ASSIST TEMPORARILY NONFUNCTIONAL. REPLACE MFK AND CALIBRATE WITH THE AID OF THE 'CALIBRATION TARGET FOR NIGHT VIEW ASSIST' SPECIAL TOOL. ALSO INCLUDED GLK350 AND S550 MODEL YEAR 2011. MODEL CLS YEAR 2010-2011. *JS
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10044165 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044164
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XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR IS COMPATIBLE WITH WIRING HARNESS, MODEL E350 MODEL YEAR UNKNOWN. *JS
Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.
Source record 10044164 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10044181
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XENTRY: RATTLING/THUMPING NOISES FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING ON ROUGH ROADS OR WHEN DRIVING OVER ROAD UNDULATIONS. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. ALSO INCLUDED MODELS 168 AND 172. *JS
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10044181 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10043810
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MERCEDES: AIRMATIC MALFUNCTION. LEAKING AIRMATIC SYSTEM AND NOT A FAULTY COMPRESSOR. *KB
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM.
Source record 10043810 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10042945
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MERCEDES: INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDE CONCERNING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT ARE AFFECTED BY THE CENTRAL GATEWAY SOFTWARE, WHICH DO NOT MEET CURRENT SPECIFICATIONS AND WOULD NEED UPDATING. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10042945 at NHTSA