2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Technical Service Bulletins

132 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11028648Feb 7, 2026Electrical system, Engine. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the engine control software might not meet current specifications. As a result, the diagnosis routine for monitoring the air-fuel ratio might not be activated as intended and a malfunction in the oxygen sensor could be erroneously detected causing the “check engine” Malfunction Indicator Lamp (‘MIL’) to…
• 11028270Feb 3, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistaken for a harsh shift. Cause Modified oil quality of the transfer case over time Remedy 1. Check initial quick test for faults in the following control units.
• 11027904Jan 30, 2026Electrical system, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached diagnostic guide.
• 11027782Jan 21, 2026Other or unknown. Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster quick reference. • Platform to baumuster quick reference.
• 11027752Jan 20, 2026Brakes. Complaint Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. Vehicle production date prior to December 2025. Cause Although the cause of the vibration is most likely due to excessive lateral runout on the rotor or hub/wheel bearing, the system as a whole needs to be checked for other possible contributors. 1. Prior collision damage. 2. Excessive vehicle sitting times without rotating components…
• 11027751Jan 16, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy *Note - This Li does not apply if there are other Li's that apply to your concern OR you have a fault and/or guided test that leads to a root cause. AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to Like Vehicle…
• 11027682Jan 15, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to Like Vehicle • Determine if the behavior is normal by comparing with a similar vehicle. Determine Your Game and Players • Identify the diagnostic strategy and…
• 11027678Jan 15, 2026Engine. Complaint Customer states check engine light on in the dash. Vehicle has one or more DTC's Present P164B00, P164B09, P2B4400, P005A07, P005C07, P005A09, P005C09, P003C07, P2B5007, P003C09, P2B5009, P34C200, P34C109, P34C800, P34BE00, P34BD09 Cause Software and Hardware Remedy 1. Check for available Software updates for the Engine Control Unit ME N3/10. Perform update if available. 2. Check part numbers on ALL…
• 11027566Jan 7, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Complaint Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient. Cause Many possible root causes Remedy AC Diagnosis (General) Initial Steps Verify Customer Concern • Confirm the issue reported by the customer. Compare to Like Vehicle • Determine if the behavior is normal by comparing with a similar vehicle. Determine Your Game and Players • Identify the diagnostic strategy and…
• 11027120Jan 6, 2026Engine. Complaint CEL on with Code P012800 "The Coolant Temperature is Below the Specified Temperature" Cause Under investigation. This is not an issue that affects drivability or performance and is not a safety concern. The vehicle remains safe to operate with this code, but the measures listed in the "Remedy" section are recommended. Remedy 1. Use VMI to check for Emission Extended Warranty – Engine Thermostat (incl.
• 11026961Jan 5, 2026Engine. Complaint Customer reports illuminated CEL. Additionally no start condition, lack of power, failure to recover from ECO stop, and/or poor acceleration. Cause • Under investigation Remedy Process FSCU and ME codes via guided test. Perform fuel pressure test on high and low pressure sides of system. Check and perform electrical testing from N118 X1 pin 1 to K40/5 S2 pin 1 Check from N118 X1 pin 2 to W10/1 with…
• 11026833Dec 20, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint (Original LI document #: LI27.35-P-079039) Clicking noises from the electro-hydraulic control unit (EHS) when the vehicle is stationary and ECO Start/Stop is active (combustion engine is off). The noise is more noticeable outside the vehicle and in acoustically shielded areas such as closed rooms or garages. Cause The noise in the valve body (EHS) is caused by superimposed pressure peaks acting on the…
• 11026611Dec 11, 2025Electrical system. Complaint 1. General Diagnostic Tips 2. One or More PARK Sensor Activations 3. Red Ring Around Vehicle 4. "Active Parking and Parking Assist Inoperative" on Instrument Cluster 5. Cameras 6. Other Park Topics Cause Various root causes Remedy See attached diagnostic guide.
• 11026593Dec 11, 2025Brakes. Complaint The concern is characterized by BOTH of the following. 1. "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND 2. Stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cause Missing wire between Drive Unit (N145) and…
• 11025471Nov 10, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Possible complaints about shift quality, issues with learning the park lock, and slipping/rinse entries in the EEPROM or Transmission Health system following the replacement of the below components: - The electrohydraulic control unit (EHS valve body) in transmission 725.0/725.1 - The repair kit for the control unit (VGS) in transmission 725.0 Cause Missing, incorrectly installed, or damaged guide tubes…
• 11025100Nov 3, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected. This can be identified through control unit N45 or N15/7 in the quick test. When accelerating with light load, vibrations or jolting sensation may come from the drivetrain. It may be mistaken for a harsh shift. Cause Modified oil quality of the transfer case over time Remedy 1. Check initial quick test for faults in the following control units.
• 11024620Oct 29, 2025Electrical system. Complaint The concern is characterized by BOTH of the following. 1. "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND 2. Stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cause Missing wire between Drive Unit (N145) and…
• 11024405Oct 20, 2025Brakes. Complaint At low speeds and light brake pressure, brakes will make a groaning or honking noise. Cause Frictional vibrations with very light brake pressure/modulations. Remedy This condition can be duplicated on most vehicles. To validate, use a like for like reference vehicle. The noise is normal behavior under the conditions listed. With very light brake pressure this noise can be induced/caused due to normal…
• 11023347Sep 25, 2025Electrical system. Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY battery test may not take into account a single discharge event because the SAM or EZS cannot record the data if the battery is discharged. Note: A discharged…
• 11023193Sep 17, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick test and/or no communication possible with VGS. Cause Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 Remedy For vehicles with 722.9 transmission: Ensure LI54.15-P-057373 is performed before replacing any component parts. After processing and complying with the above document(s): 1. Perform an ignition reset on Y3/8n4…
• 11021966Aug 14, 2025Steering. Complaint: Creaking or humming noise during adjustment of the electric steering column, see video. Cause: The noises occur due to insufficient greasing of the steering column adjustment guide. Remedy: Disassemble bellows of steering column tube module. Move steering column entirely out and entirely down. Grease steering column on green-marked positions with a suitable brush (find pictures in attachment). Move…
• 11021898Aug 5, 2025Body and structure. Complaint: Customer complaint concerns wind/clattering noises upwards of 20mph in the area of the A-pillar, the outside mirror or at the front doors (cf. attachment). Cause: Cover trim on the underside of the outside mirror. Remedy: For troubleshooting, mask off the cover trim on the underside of the outside mirror (see attachment) and perform a test drive. If the problem can no longer be perceived, seal the cover…
• 11021141Jul 25, 2025Brakes. Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy The intent of this document is to reduce or eliminate noise from high performance AMG brakes. AMG brakes are designed for performance under high load and in certain scenarios, can emit noise.
• 11020807Jul 16, 2025Engine. Complaint Customer complains of oil use, oil leaking or oil smell. Upon inspection oil will be seen at or around the rear of the engine and at the engine/transmission interface. Cause Oil leaking from rear main seal and/or rear main seal plate. Remedy If the rear main seal plate has been previously replaced per the instructions in this LI, open a TIPS case before proceeding. Inspect the rear main seal very carefully.
• 11020698Jul 11, 2025Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance. Complaint The concern is characterized by BOTH of the following. 1. "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND 2. Stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cause Missing wire between Drive Unit (N145) and…
• 11020643Jul 8, 2025Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance. Complaint The concern is characterized by BOTH of the following. 1. "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND 2. Stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cause Missing wire between Drive Unit (N145) and…
• 11019639Jun 17, 2025Electrical system. Complaint The concern is characterized by BOTH of the following. 1. "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND 2. Stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cause Missing wire between Drive Unit (N145) and…
• 11020009Jun 12, 2025Electrical system, Engine. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the engine control software might not meet current specifications. As a result, the diagnosis routine for monitoring the air-fuel ratio might not be activated as intended and a malfunction in the oxygen sensor could be erroneously detected causing the “check engine” Malfunction Indicator Lamp (‘MIL’) to…
• 11019747Jun 9, 2025Steering. Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function), noise (breakaway noise) when leaving the limit stops of the height adjustment. Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. 1. Driver seat control unit software 2.
• 11019016May 30, 2025Electrical system, Fuel system. In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA is extending the warranty coverage for the Diagnostic Module for Tank Leakage detection (“DMTL”) on your vehicle from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years / 50,000 miles to 15 years/150,000 miles (whichever occurs first). This applies to the vehicle…
• 11018626May 22, 2025Electrical system. Complaint After a software update of HERMES communication module N112/9 has been performed on a gray import vehicle, the message "SOS - Service not activated" is displayed in the instrument cluster. Cause The message "SOS - Service not activated" tells the customer that "over-the-air" registration of the vehicle with the Mercedes Intelligent Cloud is not possible.
• 11019018May 21, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa). Note: Sound file in attachment Cause If the complaint is eliminated by experimentally loosening the outboard collar nut (by 1 turn), the problem is due to micromovement in the connection between the wheel bearing inner…
• 11018206May 2, 2025Electrical system. Complaint The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery. Cause The XENTRY battery tester uses the stored on-board electrical system data in the SAM module to access the health of the 12 volt battery. The XENTRY battery test may not take into account a single discharge event because the SAM or EZS cannot record the data if the battery is discharged. Note: A discharged…
• 11017500Apr 28, 2025Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, physical fogging does not result in a technical impairment of the headlamp. A leak test must be performed to determine if physical fogging exists or if the headlamp is leaky. Remedy Check for external damage: You can identify a damaged…
• 11017496Apr 28, 2025Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to any technical impairment of the headlamp. Remedy NOTE: If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the lamp unit is a "closed system". Headlamp: Remedy 1 Clearing fogged/condensed LED headlamps and LED rear…
• 11017119Apr 21, 2025Electrical system. Complaint A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially affected functionalities in NTG4.5, NTG5 1.Weather 2.Local Search 3.IP Radio 4.Send2Car 5.Speech Detection Service 6.E-Navigator 7.iHeartRadio 8.Traffic Cams Cause Analysis ongoing. Remedy Please track the LI for further updates. Note: Please do not create TIPS cases. Please do not replace any components…
• 11017229Apr 7, 2025Brakes. Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and driving styles. Please refer to the Operator's Manual for further information such as care and maintenance instructions (washing vehicle directly after heavy use and…
• 11016043Mar 24, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint A clicking/ticking/taping noise from underneath the vehicle with engine off during ECO stop event or after parking See video for example Cause Noise originates within the transmission valvebody Remedy Take a video from underneath vehicle recording the noise Pull EEPROM data, Inital Quick Test, and Control Unit Log Please open a TIPs case providing all data to assess next steps.
• 11015663Mar 7, 2025Electrical system. Issue Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the communication software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The communication module will receive an OTA update which includes quality-enhancing optimizations and improves the system stability and accessibility of Mercedes me services. The update is downloaded and…
• 11015640Mar 5, 2025Electrical system. Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during a call. It becomes increasingly difficult to understand as the speed rises. Cause A. Seating of the microphones in the headliner. Side edges are covered by the textile cover (see picture "1") B. Assembly of microphones (B25/20 or B25/21)…
• 11014611Feb 28, 2025Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the communication module software does not correspond to the current series production configuration. The communication module will receive an SCN coding update to improve system stability and service accessibility. MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign.
• 11014398Feb 20, 2025Other or unknown. Complaint The intent of this document is to provide workshops with helpful technical reference language. • Commonly used acronyms in LI's and TIPS cases. • Control unit names, numbers, and how to identify. • Network/wiring architecture groups to baumuster quick reference. • Platform to baumuster quick reference.
• 11014606Feb 7, 2025Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY19-25 A-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, G-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GT, and S-Class (118, 177, 205, 213, 217, 222, 238, 247, 253, 257, 290, 463 platform) vehicles, the communication software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration.
• 11014412Feb 3, 2025Brakes. Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and driving styles. Please refer to the Operator's Manual for further information such as care and maintenance instructions (washing vehicle directly after heavy use and…
• 11013847Jan 31, 2025Electrical system. Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: On behalf of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA"), thank you for being a part of the Mercedes-Benz family. We hope that you're enjoying your vehicle. Here at MBUSA, we are committed to delivering an exceptional ownership experience.
• 11013075Jan 22, 2025Electrical system. Complaint After performing a software update either for recall campaign 2023070022 and/or 2022080005 or general course of diagnosis the vehicle will not start and/or the software flash will not complete. Cause Newer software releases are incompatible with older HW object numbers (ME part numbers). Remedy If a no start condition is encountered after a software update, check the ME and VGS control unit part numbers.
• 11013081Jan 18, 2025Brakes. Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and driving styles. Please refer to the Operator's Manual for further information such as care and maintenance instructions (washing vehicle directly after heavy use and…
• 11013176Jan 17, 2025Engine, Electrical system. Complaint Customer complains that CEL is active in instrument cluster. May also report rough running. Cause Software Remedy Please update the ME control unit software to the latest version. Ensure that a sensor rotor adaptation is conducted afterwards per the instructions in Xentry. Perform an AMG engine adaptation after the update and the sensor rotor adaptation. Assess the vehicle afterwards and if the complaint…
• 11013175Jan 17, 2025Engine. Complaint The customer complains of a check engine light (CEL) on. May also complain of the engine running roughly and/or a loss of power. Cause Multiple Causes Remedy Please see the document "Remedy Instructions" in attachments. For MY19-24 G63 there may be an alternate solution available, please reference LI07.61-P-076755 before performing the steps in this LI for MY19-24 G63 vehicles.
• 11012904Jan 16, 2025Brakes. Complaint Noises/ squealing from the service brake in various driving situations and ambient conditions. Cause Frictional vibrations Remedy AMG brake systems are designed for high loads. This can result in noises under certain operating conditions and driving styles. Please refer to the Operator's Manual for further information such as care and maintenance instructions (washing vehicle directly after heavy use and…

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