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  • 19 Jan 2026MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2025/534

    SRPC2521 – Routing of transmission wiring harness

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain E-Class AMG (214 platform) vehicles with 4-wheel-drive the routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the routing of the transmission wiring harness on the affected vehicles and rework it if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    SRPC2521 / 5491322
    Build start
    05 Sept 2024
    Build end
    27 Jan 2025
  • 08 May 2025MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2025/155

    SRPC2504 - Ground connection bolting

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain E-Class (214 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bolts of certain 12V- and 48V- ground connections might not have been fastened with the specified torque.

    Remedy

    As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the bolting of the ground connections and perform according repairs if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    SRPC2504 / 5491321
    Build start
    16 Feb 2024
    Build end
    06 May 2024
  • 23 Dec 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/502

    SRPC2421 – Welding of rear axle carrier

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain E-Class 214 platform and GLC 254 platform vehicles the welding of consoles to the rear axle carrier might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    As a remedy a Mercedes-Benz service partner will replace the rear axle carrier of the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    SRPC2421 / 3594808
    Build start
    14 Aug 2024
    Build end
    04 Sept 2024
  • 04 Dec 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/474

    SRPC2419 Misfire Detection M264

    Defect

    The software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications regarding misfire detection.

    Remedy

    Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    1,050
    OEM ref
    SRPC2419 / 5496438
    Build start
    20 Jan 2021
    Build end
    04 Sept 2023
  • 20 Nov 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/399

    SRPC2417 - Function Cross Traffic Alert

    Defect

    The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the software of the MBUX multi media system might not meet specifications. In this case a permanent deactivation of certain functions of assistance systems might occur.

    Remedy

    Update the parking control unit settings

    Vehicles affected
    23
    OEM ref
    SRPC2417 / 5496238
    Build start
    17 Apr 2023
    Build end
    25 Oct 2023
  • 20 Nov 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/398

    SRPC2414 - Function Cross Traffic Alert

    Defect

    The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the software of the MBUX multi media system might not meet specifications. In this case a permanent deactivation of certain functions of assistance systems might occur.

    Remedy

    Update the parking control unit settings

    Vehicles affected
    71
    OEM ref
    SRPC2414 / 5496233
    Build start
    03 May 2023
    Build end
    27 Oct 2023
  • 24 Oct 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/307

    SRPC2412 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector

    Defect

    The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.

    Remedy

    Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant

    Vehicles affected
    112
    OEM ref
    SRPC2412 / 1595004
    Build start
    25 Oct 2019
    Build end
    06 Apr 2022
  • 24 Oct 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/305

    SRPC2409 - Tightness of Transmission Wiring Harness Connector

    Defect

    The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness might not have been correctly remedied.

    Remedy

    Replace the two-part wiring harness including the connector a with a new one-part variant.

    Vehicles affected
    810
    OEM ref
    SRPC2409 / 1595003
    Build start
    25 Oct 2019
    Build end
    06 Apr 2022
  • 25 Mar 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2024/130

    SRPC2401 - System protection

    Defect

    On certain vehicles some 80A fuses installed might not meet requirements.

    Remedy

    Replace the respective main fuse boxes on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    43
    OEM ref
    SRPC2401
    Build start
    25 Apr 2023
    Build end
    30 Apr 2023
  • 29 Aug 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2023/223

    On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications and may deform.

    Remedy

    Replace the fuel pump module.

    Vehicles affected
    574
    OEM ref
    SRPC2319 / 4790205
    Build start
    10 Aug 2021
    Build end
    19 Dec 2022
  • 25 Aug 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2023/249

    On affected vehicles the coding of the exit warning system might not meet specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the coding of the exit warning system might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the coding parameters of the multimode radar.

    Vehicles affected
    17
    OEM ref
    SRPC2332 / 5496333
    Build start
    11 Apr 2022
    Build end
    30 Sept 2022
  • 14 Aug 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2023/238

    On affected vehicles the manufacturing of the wiring harness to the power electronics might not meet specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the manufacturing of the wiring harness to the power electronics might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Check the wiring harness and repair if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,726
    OEM ref
    SRPC2324
    Build start
    07 Oct 2020
    Build end
    25 Jan 2022
  • 20 Feb 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2023/023

    On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the aluminium bolts of the steering gear could corrode and break due to the intrusion of moisture.

    Remedy

    Replace the steering gear mounting bolts on the affected vehicles with steel bolts. Should the bolts break or already be broken change the steering gear.

    Vehicles affected
    51,251
    OEM ref
    SRPC2256 / MBAG REF: 4694204
    Build start
    06 Apr 2011
    Build end
    30 May 2016
  • 06 Feb 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2023/020

    The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame might not meet specifications. In consequence a separation of the glass panel from the vehicle cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    Check the glass panel and replace the sliding roof if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    3,267
    OEM ref
    SRPC2258 / MBAG Ref: 7891009
    Build start
    08 Aug 2002
    Build end
    27 Mar 2009
  • 10 Nov 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/310

    THE ATTACHMENT FOR THE 12V BATTERY IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE LOADS IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT

    Defect

    On certain E-Class vehicles the attachment for the 12V battery in the luggage compartment may not withstand the loads in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Install an additional fixation of the 12V battery on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    3,645
    OEM ref
    SRPC2249 / 5490204
    Build start
    07 Mar 2018
    Build end
    23 Aug 2022
  • 10 Nov 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD CLSRef R/2022/310

    THE ATTACHMENT FOR THE 12V BATTERY IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE LOADS IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT

    Defect

    On certain E-Class vehicles the attachment for the 12V battery in the luggage compartment may not withstand the loads in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Install an additional fixation of the 12V battery on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    3,645
    OEM ref
    SRPC2249 / 5490204
    Build start
    30 Nov 2017
    Build end
    06 Jul 2022
  • 14 Sept 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/250

    THE TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS MIGHT NOT BE ROUTED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The transmission wiring harness might not be routed according to specifications.

    Remedy

    Fit additional bracket to optimise the wiring routing. Check the harness connections and rework if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    2,456
    OEM ref
    SRPC2233
    Build start
    31 Jan 2018
    Build end
    25 Mar 2022
  • 16 Aug 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/238

    THE ROUTING OF THE TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The routing of the transmission wiring harness might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Check the transmission wiring harness routing on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,482
    OEM ref
    SRPC2232
    Build start
    19 Mar 2020
    Build end
    29 Apr 2020
  • 22 Jun 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/170

    THE BONDING OF THE RIGHT REAR DOOR WINDOW BAR MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The bonding of the right rear door window bar might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Check the fixation of the window bar on the affected vehicles and replace the side window if necessary

    Vehicles affected
    52
    OEM ref
    SRPC2227
    Build start
    14 Oct 2021
    Build end
    06 Nov 2021
  • 06 Jun 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/136

    THE BOLTING OF THE 48V GROUND CONNECTION OF THE ELECTRICAL REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR MIGHT BE FASTENED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT TORQUE

    Defect

    The bolting of the 48V ground connection of the electrical refrigerant compressor might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Remedy

    Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and correct it if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13
    OEM ref
    SRPC2219
    Build start
    20 Sept 2021
    Build end
    22 Oct 2021
  • 23 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLERef R/2022/116

    INDIVIDUAL BOLTS OR CHAIN LINKS OF THE CAMSHAFT TIMING CHAIN MIGHT WEAR

    Defect

    Individual bolts or chain links of the camshaft timing chain might wear in case of a long term operation under specific driving conditions.

    Remedy

    Replace the camshaft timing chain on the affected vehicles

    Vehicles affected
    714
    OEM ref
    SRPC2215 / 0591016
    Build start
    18 Feb 2016
    Build end
    18 Jun 2018
  • 23 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/116

    INDIVIDUAL BOLTS OR CHAIN LINKS OF THE CAMSHAFT TIMING CHAIN MIGHT WEAR

    Defect

    Individual bolts or chain links of the camshaft timing chain might wear in case of a long term operation under specific driving conditions.

    Remedy

    Replace the camshaft timing chain on the affected vehicles

    Vehicles affected
    714
    OEM ref
    SRPC2215 / 0591016
    Build start
    18 Feb 2016
    Build end
    10 Oct 2018
  • 16 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASS COUPE/CONVERTIBLERef R/2022/114

    THE HANDS-OFF DETECTION MIGHT NOT DETECT WHEN THE DRIVER'S HANDS ARE AWAY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL

    Defect

    The hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel.

    Remedy

    Update the coding of the hand detection system on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    423
    OEM ref
    SRPC2216
    Build start
    28 Feb 2020
    Build end
    25 Jan 2022
  • 16 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/114

    THE HANDS-OFF DETECTION MIGHT NOT DETECT WHEN THE DRIVER'S HANDS ARE AWAY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL

    Defect

    The hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel.

    Remedy

    Update the coding of the hand detection system on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    423
    OEM ref
    SRPC2216
    Build start
    28 Feb 2020
    Build end
    25 Jan 2022
  • 13 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2022/110

    THE SOFTWARE OF THE HEADLAMPS MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.

    Defect

    The software of the headlamps might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Replace the affected headlamp control units on the vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRPC2213
    Build start
    21 Feb 2020
    Build end
    18 Dec 2020

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