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  • 01 Jul 2025MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2025/217

    SRPC2509 – Mounting of Multi-Purpose Camera & Interior Mirror

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRPC2509 / 6790009
    Build start
    30 Aug 2024
    Build end
    03 Sept 2024
  • 01 Jul 2025MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLSRef R/2025/217

    SRPC2509 – Mounting of Multi-Purpose Camera & Interior Mirror

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    SRPC2509 / 6790009
    Build start
    03 Sept 2024
    Build end
    03 Sept 2024
  • 01 Jul 2025MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2025/216

    SRPC2508 – Mounting of Multi-Purpose Camera & Interior Mirror

    Defect

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) and GLC (254 platform) vehicles the bonding of the multi-purpose camera and/or the interior mirror on the windscreen might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    As a precautionary measure Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will replace the windscreen on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    62
    OEM ref
    SRPC2508 / 6790008
    Build start
    12 Feb 2025
    Build end
    14 Feb 2025
  • 23 Apr 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2024/173

    SRPC2405 - Bolting of 48V ground connection

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat might have come loose.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    1,939
    OEM ref
    SRPC2405 / 9190101
    Build start
    07 Nov 2018
    Build end
    27 Dec 2022
  • 25 Mar 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLSRef R/2024/131

    SRPC 2402 - Downshift operation transmission software

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the software of the transmission control unit might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the transmission control unit software on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    1,708
    OEM ref
    SRPC2402
    Build start
    07 Nov 2018
    Build end
    28 Mar 2023
  • 11 Jan 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE 400 d 4MATICRef R/2023/361

    On affected vehicles a 12V ground connection bolting under the driver seat might not meet specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles a 12V ground connection bolting under the driver seat might not meet specifications.�

    Remedy

    Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and rework if necessary.�

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    SRPC2340 / 5191001
    Build start
    09 Mar 2021
    Build end
    26 Mar 2021
  • 11 Jan 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE 350 D 4MATICRef R/2023/361

    On affected vehicles a 12V ground connection bolting under the driver seat might not meet specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles a 12V ground connection bolting under the driver seat might not meet specifications.�

    Remedy

    Check the bolting of the ground connection on the affected vehicles and rework if necessary.�

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    SRPC2340 / 5191001
    Build start
    09 Mar 2021
    Build end
    26 Mar 2021
  • 02 Jan 2024MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2023/346

    On affected vehicles under specific conditions (such as electric driving in wet weather) the required operating force of the brake pedal for a deceleration intended by the driver might be increased.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles under specific conditions (such as electric driving in wet weather) the required operating force of the brake pedal for a deceleration intended by the driver might be increased.�

    Remedy

    Update the ESP control unit software

    Vehicles affected
    3,414
    OEM ref
    SRPC2339/5496340
    Build start
    03 Feb 2020
    Build end
    24 Oct 2023
  • 29 Aug 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref 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
    808
    OEM ref
    SRPC2319 / 4790205
    Build start
    01 Mar 2022
    Build end
    27 Dec 2022
  • 26 Apr 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2023/091

    Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE and GLS vehicles (167 platform) the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle. In this case condensation water from the air conditioning might enter the passenger compartment.

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.�

    Remedy

    Check the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary.�

    Vehicles affected
    6,961
    OEM ref
    SRPC2304 / 8392005
    Build start
    03 Mar 2020
    Build end
    01 Jun 2020
  • 26 Apr 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2023/092

    Installation of A/C drain hoses

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the air conditioning drain hoses might be incorrectly fitted in the vehicle.�

    Remedy

    Check the air conditioning drain hoses and correct their installation if necessary.�

    Vehicles affected
    243
    OEM ref
    SRPC2307
    Build start
    29 Nov 2018
    Build end
    18 Jun 2020
  • 20 Feb 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2023/022

    On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

    Remedy

    Install a water drain plug in the spare wheel well check for water infiltration and replace the fuel pump control unit if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    3,777
    OEM ref
    SRPC2259 / MBAG Ref: 6490012
    Build start
    08 Apr 2015
    Build end
    26 Jun 2019
  • 20 Feb 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2023/021

    On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles water might accumulate in the spare wheel well. The water could briefly come into contact with the fuel pump control unit impairing the fuel supply to the engine.

    Remedy

    Install a water drain plug in the spare wheel well check for water infiltration and replace the fuel pump control unit if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    31,569
    OEM ref
    SRPC2254 / MBAG Ref: 6490011
    Build start
    21 Sept 2011
    Build end
    10 Nov 2018
  • 20 Feb 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef 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
    08 Apr 2015
    Build end
    11 Oct 2016
  • 20 Jan 2023MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2022/364

    On certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque.

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the steering coupling might not be tightened with the specified torque.

    Remedy

    Replace the locking screw of the steering coupling.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    SRPC2253
    Build start
    21 Aug 2021
    Build end
    07 Sept 2021
  • 24 Oct 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2022/283

    The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications

    Defect

    The fixation of the trim bar at the rear door windows might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Check the fixation of the trim bars on the rear door windows and rework them if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    14,014
    OEM ref
    SRPC2236
    Build start
    23 May 2019
    Build end
    13 Jan 2023
  • 05 Jul 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2022/179

    THE BOLTING OF A 12V POWER SUPPLY LINE MIGHT BE FASTENED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT TORQUE

    Defect

    The bolting of a 12V power supply line might be fastened with an insufficient torque.

    Remedy

    Check the bolting of the wiring harness for correct torque and correct it if necessary. Additionally the contact area will be checked for potentially existing damages and if necessary the affected electrical lines and the contact module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    1,424
    OEM ref
    SRPC2228
    Build start
    08 Jan 2020
    Build end
    11 Nov 2021
  • 24 May 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2022/133

    THE BOLTING OF THE 48V GROUND CONNECTION UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT MIGHT BE FASTENED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT TORQUE

    Defect

    The bolting of the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat 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
    523
    OEM ref
    SRPC2218
    Build start
    11 Nov 2018
    Build end
    28 Sept 2021
  • 10 Feb 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2022/019

    THE SOFTWARE OF THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the software of the engine control unit might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Conduct an update the software of the engine control unit on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    51
    OEM ref
    SRPC2160
    Build start
    23 Jun 2020
    Build end
    11 Oct 2021
  • 21 Jan 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLS(167)Ref R/2021/438

    COOLANT PUMP MIGHT HAVE A LEAKAGE BETWEEN THE VACUUM SYSTEM AND THE COOLANT CIRCUIT

    Defect

    On certain vehicles with a Diesel engine the coolant pump which is controlled by vacuum might have a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.

    Remedy

    Update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    35,624
    OEM ref
    SRPC2157
    Build start
    04 Apr 2017
    Build end
    12 Oct 2021
  • 13 Jan 2022MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2021/446

    THE CRANKSHAFT MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    On certain vehicles with a 4-cylinder Diesel engine the crankshaft might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Replace the engine on the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    23
    OEM ref
    SRPC2163
    Build start
    10 Aug 2020
    Build end
    09 Dec 2020
  • 01 Dec 2021MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASSRef R/2021/106

    THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    Vehicles affected
    23
    OEM ref
    SRPC2112
    Build start
    04 Jan 2016
    Build end
    29 Jan 2021
  • 01 Dec 2021MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD M/GLE/GL/GLS-CLASSRef R/2021/130

    THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    Vehicles affected
    21
    OEM ref
    SRPC2126
    Build start
    04 Jan 2016
    Build end
    29 Jan 2021
  • 01 Dec 2021MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLSRef R/2021/108

    THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    SRPC2114
    Build start
    04 Jan 2016
    Build end
    29 Jan 2021
  • 01 Dec 2021MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2021/130

    THE BEHAVIOUR OF THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.

    Remedy

    Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.

    Vehicles affected
    21
    OEM ref
    SRPC2126
    Build start
    04 Jan 2016
    Build end
    29 Jan 2021

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