LI8270P056963
NHTSA communication ID: 10205234
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Software update of COMAND Online control unit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10205234 at NHTSAThe manufacturer’s record · Page 2 of 2
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 2
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–130 of 130, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Aug 1, 2011–Aug 21, 2013.
Back to 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 problems & recallsRead the applicability before drawing a conclusion.
This 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.
LI-30-30
NHTSA communication ID: 10052168
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES): SOME VEHICLES RECEIVE, OPTICAL AND ACOUSTIC, WARNING MESSAGE REGARDING COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, WITHOUT OBVIOUS REASON, DUE TO OFFSET OF SHORT RANGE SENSOR. MODELS 166. *PE UPDATE 8/25/15. *PE
Source components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Source record 10052168 at NHTSALI49.20-P-057101
NHTSA communication ID: 10167008
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up. Fault code 20B91B, 20B913 (The output for the heating element of the AdBlue pressure line has an electrical fault or an open circuit) is stored in the SCR control unit.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167008 at NHTSALI-47-40-P053871
NHTSA communication ID: 10044601
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSALI8270P055572
NHTSA communication ID: 10205233
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10205233 at NHTSALI27.20-P-055758
NHTSA communication ID: 10167546
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSAS-B-67.00-29
NHTSA communication ID: 10167577
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to operate correctly.
Source components: VISIBILITY.
Source record 10167577 at NHTSALI32.34-P-056667
NHTSA communication ID: 10167549
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Thumping noises at the front axle when driving over road bumps
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10167549 at NHTSALI33.30-P-056665
NHTSA communication ID: 10167550
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSALI05.10-P-056435
NHTSA communication ID: 10167539
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Engine rattling noise after engine start for several seconds
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10167539 at NHTSALI32.34-P-056198
NHTSA communication ID: 10167548
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
1. In vehicles up to VIN 166 ### #A 097760 without code 803, the following fault code is logged in the quick test: P1C9B00. The control unit 'Roll control' has a malfunction. 2. In vehicles up to VIN 166 ### #A 097760 with code 803 or vehicles as of VIN 166 ### #A 097761, the following fault code is logged in the quick test: P1C9564. The rotation direction valve of the torsion bar ''Front axle'' has a malfunction.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10167548 at NHTSALI82.95-P-056655
NHTSA communication ID: 10167564
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167564 at NHTSALI47.40-P-053871
NHTSA communication ID: 10167554
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSALI82.85-P-055695
NHTSA communication ID: 10167563
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSALI83.00-P-055425
NHTSA communication ID: 10167565
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
A flapping/rattling noise can be heard from the area of the center console towards the rear.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10167565 at NHTSALI47.20-P-054958
NHTSA communication ID: 10167553
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10167553 at NHTSALI46-20P-055943
NHTSA communication ID: 10052151
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES): RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING COLUMN TUBE SYSTEM, WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD AND WHEN ACCELERATING OR BRAKING, THERE WOULD BE CRACKING NOISES. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Source components: STEERING · STEERING:COLUMN · STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION).
Source record 10052151 at NHTSA2012080006
NHTSA communication ID: 10059558
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10059558 at NHTSA2012110006
NHTSA communication ID: 10059847
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10059847 at NHTSASC-2012110001
NHTSA communication ID: 10050862
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
MERCEDES: DUE TO A POSSIBLE LEAKAGE AT AIR SUSPENSION STRUT, HISSING NOISES COMING FROM FRONT AXLE AND MAY NEED TO REPLACE ONE OR BOTH OF FRONT STRUTS. MODELS 2012 166. *PE
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT · SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT.
Source record 10050862 at NHTSALI46-10P-054715
NHTSA communication ID: 10050861
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
MERCEDES (XENTRY): DUE TO AMINE DEPOSITS FROM STEERING WHEEL FOAM, HORN PLATE OF STEERING WHEEL, SHORT CIRCUITED, CAUSING THE MULTIFUNCTION BUTTONS, ON STEERING WHEEL, TO BE NON-FUNCTIONAL. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.
Source record 10050861 at NHTSALI82-95-P054406
NHTSA communication ID: 10046379
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES): AFTER TAKING VEHICLE OUT TRANSPORT MODE, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS MESSAGE SOS MBRACE SERVICE NOT ACTIVATED. MODELS 2013 166, 172, 204, 207, 212, 218, 231, 463. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.
Source record 10046379 at NHTSALI-46-35-P054316
NHTSA communication ID: 10046319
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES); ELECTRIC STEERING CONTROL UNIT, IN SOME VEHICLES, HAS IMPLAUSIBLE FAULT ENTRY DUE TO SOFTWARE NEEDING UPDATING. MODELS ML 350. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Source record 10046319 at NHTSALI-54-65P053709
NHTSA communication ID: 10044599
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ON SOME VEHICLES, WHENEVER THE REVERSE GEAR IS ENGAGED, THE REVERSE CAMERA FAILS TO SHOW IN DISPLAY CENTRAL. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10044599 at NHTSA40-P-052794
NHTSA communication ID: 10044222
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSA15-P-050245
NHTSA communication ID: 10044200
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: GRUNTING/CREAKING SOUND FROM THE AREA OF THE FRONT AXLE WHEN BRAKING, DRIVING OVER SURFACE UNDULATIONS, NEGOTIATING TIGHT CORNERS, OR WHILE MANEUVERING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *JS
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10044200 at NHTSA16-P-053009
NHTSA communication ID: 10044199
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: VEHICLE STUMBLES AND BUCKS FOR A FEW MINUTES AFTER A COLD START WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS LOW (NO DTCS). ENGINE RUNS ROUGH IN A WARM UP PHASE. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. *JS
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10044199 at NHTSA20-P-053398
NHTSA communication ID: 10044181
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 NHTSASB-2012020001
NHTSA communication ID: 10048180
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
MERCEDES: ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE, FOR DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES, FAILS TO MEET CURRENT OBD SPECIFICATIONS AND WILL NEED TO BE UPDATED. MODELS 2012 166, 221. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.
Source record 10048180 at NHTSAC1A-110801
NHTSA communication ID: 10041649
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
MERCEDES: THE HARNESS CONNECTION ON THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK SHOULD BE CHECKED AND IF NECESSARY BE REPLACED. *PE
Source components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Source record 10041649 at NHTSA