2023 Mercedes-Benz C300 Technical Service Bulletins

359 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C300. 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.

• 11003213Jun 18, 2024Electrical system. Complaint USB port data storage medium is not recognized, but charging function is still available. We are only aware of this complaint in a few isolated cases and it only occurs intermittently (not in every driving cycle). Cause Multimedia connection unit Remedy Replace the multimedia connection unit. Affected item numbers: A 214 820 81 00 A 223 820 14 05 Manufactured before 10/2023 modified parts have been…
• 11003093Jun 18, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. Complaint When the pre-entry climate control was activated via Mercedes me connect App, the driver no longer had access to a cooling output for the vehicle interior once the vehicle had started. Cause If pre-entry climate control is activated, the engine fan should switch on to regulate corresponding temperature and pressure rises in the refrigerant circuit. Since the engine fan is not switched on, high pressure…
• 11003212Jun 12, 2024Electrical system, Steering. Complaint Noticeable vibrations at the steering wheel: • At speeds between 40mph and 75mph • On straight stretches of road and in long corners • With driver assistance systems switched on Cause Control oscillations in the electric power steering. Remedy Perform software update of electric power steering (N68). Note: Please ensure newest Xentry release software is installed and all addons are updated.
• 11003210Jun 11, 2024Electrical system. Complaint In the instrument cluster, the symbol for "12 V battery" and the message "Switch on vehicle" may sporadically be displayed. As a consequence of this, the fault codes B1FCB97 (=> N73/3) and U116000 (=> N73/3*1) are stored in the fault memory. In the subsequent analysis of the 12 V on-board electrical system data, the following parameters are noteworthy (see picture 1 in the attachment): • Charge balance…
• 11003205Jun 6, 2024Seats, Electrical system. Complaint The driver's seat memory settings do not synchronize with the driver's user profile as described in the operator's manual. Driver's seat settings are not transferred to the vehicle. Cause The driver's seat does not support the profile synchronization feature on these vehicles. Remedy There is no remedy for this complaint. The vehicle is working as designed. Note: Do not replace any parts.
• 11000706May 29, 2024Electrical system. Complaint • Red display in the Charging indicator status in MBUX during AC Charging. • Error message in Mercedes Me App. • Fault code P0E5F97 exists in N83 (AC charger for high-voltage battery (SG-LG)) Cause The message/indicator status appears when the vehicle is parked outside, under direct sunlight or in higher temperature regions. Remedy • Not an error. Vehicle charging continues and does not abort. Charging…
• 11000615May 17, 2024Electrical system. In the instrument cluster, the symbol for "12 V battery" and the message "Switch on vehicle" may sporadically be displayed. As a consequence of this, the fault codes B1FCB97 (=> N73/3) and U116000 (=> N73/3*1) are stored in the fault memory. In the subsequent analysis of the 12 V on-board electrical system data, the following parameters are noteworthy (see picture 1 in the attachment): • Charge balance negative…
• 11000534May 17, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 22-24 C-Class, EQE, EQS, GLC, S-Class, SL (206, 294, 295, 296, 297, 254, 223, 232 platform) vehicles, the communication module software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The communication module will receive an OTA software update that includes product improvements. MBUSA will conduct…
• 11000519May 11, 2024Wheels. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2023-2024 C-Class, CLE, E-Class, EQE, EQS, GLC, GLE, GLS, GT, S-Class, and SL vehicles (205, 206, 236, 213, 214, 238, 294, 295, 296, 297, 253, 167, 290, 223, 232 platform), the tire sealant bottle may not meet specifications. The possibility exists that the tire sealant bottle may leak within the installation location…
• 11000541May 4, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-24 C-Class, CLA, EQB, EQE, EQS, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, GT, S-Class, and SL (118, 167, 192, 206, 223, 232, 243, 247, 254, 290, 294, 295, 296 and 297 platform) vehicles, the MBUX system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration.
• 11000518May 4, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-23 C-Class and S-Class vehicles (206, 223 platform), the software for the ISA control unit may not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The possibility exists that the function of the ISA may not be restricted with an active Malfunction Indicator Lamp. MBUSA will conduct a service campaign.
• 11000740May 2, 2024Wheels. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will replace the TIREFIT bottle in the trunk of your vehicle, free of charge. The bottle may potentially leak and may not be available for use in case of a flat tire. Your vehicle must be brought to a dealer to complete this campaign. Please schedule an appointment by contacting our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-367-6372, or locate your nearest dealer using the QR code and…
• 10253723Apr 30, 2024Electrical system. Wireless Media Interface: Smartphone cannot be charged or charging process is interrupted. Smaller size smartphones can slip on the charging tray. In the event of a complaint, the rubber mat can be replaced. Old part number ------ New part number A 223 823 04 00 ----- A 223 823 52 00 A 223 823 27 00 ----- A 223 823 53 00 Note: Please refer to this LI in the "Notes" section of the warranty claim!
• 10253712Apr 29, 2024Steering, Electrical system. The display in the Lower Multifunction Steering Wheel Button Group (A74/2) may be completely or partially inoperable (see attached picture). Note: There is no loss of vehicle functionality due to this complaint The complaint may occur when a new user profile is created in MBUX. The cause of the problem may be a fault in the DRVU software (N145/1). Please update the software in the AMG drive unit (N145) to the…
• 10253714Apr 18, 2024Electrical system. The update of the RAMSES 1.1 module to the SW version E139.4 results in a fault in the vtime of the module and therefore to the following possible connection problems: Remote status: The time stamp of the last update that is displayed on the side of the sheet with the vehicle status contains the wrong information. Geofence: Geofence notifications are not sent if vtime is invalid.
• 10253697Apr 5, 2024Electrical system. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign Launch to update the SCN coding for the drive unit DRVU Control Unit in 66,944 Model Year (MY) 2023 C-Class, GLC, S-Class, and SL (206, 223, 232, and 254 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will be visible and flagged in VMI as OPEN on April 5, 2024.
• 10252732Mar 22, 2024Electrical system. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign OTA update for the MBUX control unit software in 14,559 Model Year (MY) 21-23 C-Class, S-Class, SL, EQS (206, 223, 232, 297 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will not be visible or flagged in VMI or EVA.
• 10252773Mar 15, 2024Electrical system. The following symptoms may be present in the instrument cluster: 1. "Perform vehicle handover" in the workshop menu to start the maintenance computer for service A/B cannot be carried out. 2. Service confirmation is not possible because "Perform vehicle handover" is displayed. This cannot be carried out. Routine change in software in instrument cluster N133/1. Vehicle handover has not taken place.
• 10252777Mar 11, 2024Electrical system, Body and structure. Tailgate opens unintentionally. Accidental or unnoticed activation of the button to open the tailgate on the vehicle key. E.g. when stored in trouser pocket, handbag etc. Remedy As of the 6th generation, the vehicle key can be recoded so that the tailgate no longer opens as a result of a long press on the button, but by double-clicking on the button instead. The recoding can be carried out as follows: 1. Add AO…
• 10251347Feb 29, 2024Electrical system. Change in the login procedure for the payment service in the integrated toll system. The change will become active on 3/1/2024. Updated login procedure to simplify activation of services To activate the toll system control unit, a service activation must be implemented by the customer for the payment method (credit card information) to be transmitted to the service provider and their terms and conditions to be…
• 10251192Feb 29, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 21-24 C-Class, EQE, EQS, GLC, GLE, GLS, S-Class, SL (206, 294, 295, 296, 297, 254, 167, 223, 232 platform) vehicles, the MBUX System software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration.
• 10251115Feb 22, 2024Body and structure. Seal, B-pillar trim on rear doors cracked in upper area, Production deviation at supplier of B-pillar trim. Replace B-pillar trim through optimized parts. Note: In the event of a problem on only one door, the trim molding of the B-pillar should also be replaced on the other door.
• 10251125Feb 16, 2024Body and structure. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign Launch to inspect the weld seam on the trunk lid for a crack on 41 Model Year (“MY”) 2023 C-Class (206 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will be visible and flagged in VMI as “OPEN” on February 16, 2024. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2023 C-Class (206 platform)…
• 10251176Feb 9, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY20-23 A-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class (177, 205, 118, 257, 213, 238, 247, 253, 167, 290, 217, 222 platform) vehicles, the communication module system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration.
• 10251181Feb 2, 2024Electrical system, Other or unknown. Complaint Updating the RAMSES 1.1 module to the latest SW-version E139.4 will lead to an error in the modules vtime and therefore the following possible connectivity issues: Remote Status: • The last updated timestamp shown in vehicle status leaf page will have the wrong information. Geofence: • Geofence notifications will not be sent when vtime is invalid. Programming of Charge Settings: • Updated…
• 10249541Jan 24, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2021-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQS, GLC, S-Class, and SL (206, 294, 295, 296, 297, 254, 223, and 232 platform) vehicles, there is a new software release for the MBUX Infotainment system. This OTA update includes functional improvements and eliminates software errors for a better entertainment experience…
• 10249495Jan 24, 2024Steering. Noises in the steering column area when steering. Under analysis. Check which area of the steering column the noises occur in. Do the noises tend to occur at the bottom in the driver footwell or do they tend to occur in the area of the steering column switch module (MRSM/SCCM)? If the noises occur in the area of the MRSM/SCCM, work through the following points: - Loosen screws of the MRSM/SCCM and steering wheel…
• 10249482Jan 24, 2024Steering. The steering wheel generates grinding noises between the steering wheel and steering column switch module during steering maneuvers See example file in the attachments area: Lenkrad-Schleifgeräusch_SteeringWheel-GrindingNoises.mp4 The plastic cover on the back of the steering wheel is not positioned correctly and may therefore rub against the steering column switch module Please use the following noise files for…
• 10249740Jan 5, 2024Electrical 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.
• 10249539Jan 2, 2024Electrical system. No audio is output either in radio mode, or with media playback via app, Bluetooth or USB. In such cases, "Playback not active" is shown in the display. Mute line between communication module N112/2 and sound control unit N40/3. Check mute cable (violet) between control units for communication module N112/2 and sound N40/3, including plug contacts, and repair or replace as necessary. If the plug contact is…
• 10248195Dec 7, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY19-23 A-Class, C-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQB, G-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT, S-Class (177, 205, 118, 257, 213, 238, 243, 463, 247, 253, 167, 290, 217, 222 platform) vehicles, the communication module system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration.
• 10248182Dec 7, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY22-24 C-Class, AMG GT, AMG SL (206, 192, 232 platform) vehicles, the electric engine mount control unit software does not correspond to the latest series production configuration. In this case, a short circuit may be incorrectly detected, and the engine mounts can de-energize. This in turn could lead to…
• 10248162Dec 4, 2023Seats. Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage • Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). • Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat belt buckle). • Light initial creases due to vehicle handling. • Light creases in the outer covers originating from the production process (missing finish). Heat treatment of…
• 10248157Dec 4, 2023Steering. Control unit N68 - electric power steering Fault P063544 - The electric power steering has a malfunction. There is a fault in the data memory. with fault freeze frame data "Mon_ID 320" in the "stored" status stored in the fault memory of control unit N68. No functional restrictions of the electric power steering or warning messages are visible. Faults occur in the event of a software update or when initializing the…
• 10248210Dec 1, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-24 C-Class, EQE, EQS, S-Class (206, 294/295, 296/297 and 223 platform) vehicles, the inductive charging system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The inductive charging system will receive an OTA update that includes improvements for the wireless charging of the Apple…
• 10248206Dec 1, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-24 C-Class, EQE, EQS, S-Class (206, 294/295, 296/297 and 223 platform) vehicles, the inductive charging system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The inductive charging system will receive an OTA update that includes improvements for the wireless charging of…
• 10246053Nov 6, 2023Body and structure. Seal, B-pillar trim on rear doors cracked in upper area, see picture 1. Production deviation at supplier of B-pillar trim. Replace B-pillar trim through optimized parts.
• 10244776Oct 23, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. Mercedes me connect services inoperative (me-Call, Remote Status, etc.). Mercedes me services - activation not possible. Notes: - In the quick test, no fault code and no event code is stored in the RAMSES control unit (N112/2). The SIM card may be defective. A defective SIM card can be identified as follows: With XENTRY Diagnosis, open the "ACTUAL values" menu of the RAMSES control unit and read out the values for…
• 10244748Oct 20, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-23 C-Class, EQS, S-Class, SL, EQE, GLC (206, 296, 297, 223, 232, 294, 295, 254 platform) vehicles, the head unit software will be updated remotely to MBUX 2.4.
• 10244735Oct 12, 2023Suspension. Wheezing noises from the front shock absorbers when passing over surface undulations and rough road. The noises may become more conspicuous with warm damper oil. The flow noises of the damper oil are currently being analyzed. The wheezing noises are currently considered standard for the series. Replacing the shock absorbers will yield no benefit and will not remedy the problem. Please report complaints regarding…
• 10243306Sep 8, 2023Electrical system. 12V message in IC when starting the vehicle. SW updates need to be performed. Follow the guided test for FC U116000 in N73/3*1 EIS CU. Perform the SW checks and updates. Fully charge both 12V and 48V batteries. After, perform a few drive/park cycles with at least 1 overnight park cycle. If the 12V message is no longer present, release the vehicle.
• 10241527Aug 28, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2018-2023 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles, the communication module software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The update is free of charge and will be carried out in the background.
• 10241510Aug 22, 2023Electrical system. In the instrument cluster, the symbol for "12 V battery" and the message "Switch on vehicle" may sporadically be displayed. As a consequence of this, the fault codes B 1 FCB97 (=> N73/3) and U 116000 (=> N73/3*1) are stored in the fault memory. In the subsequent analysis of the 12 Von-board electrical system data, the following parameters are conspicuous (see picture 1 in the attachment): • Charge balance…
• 10241536Aug 21, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. Phone call log is not shown in the MBUX display. If the telephone connects with the head unit again, the call log may not be sent. Current software release for the A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system (Head unit) Currently there is no remedy available. Replacing the hardware will not resolve the symptom. • New software for the A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system (Head unit) will be made available with software version…
• 10241519Aug 18, 2023Seats. Noise at front seats between seat-back lining and function carrier. Noise is caused by friction of the two component parts. Remove the seat-back lining (back panel) of the front seat concerned using a special tool. Via adhesive bonding, affix 2 pieces of felt at the lower seat backrest structure (see pic. 1). Via adhesive bonding, affix 2 pieces of felt in the upper area of the seat backrest at the function carrier…
• 10241515Aug 18, 2023Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. When operating a control point to open the trunk lid or the tailgate, the trunk lock unlocks, but there is no actuation of the trunk control/tailgate control drive unit (M51/3). Faulty microswitch signal of trunk lock. In the event of a problem, the status of the trunk lock (picture 1) does not change during opening/closing of the trunk lid or tailgate. The function of the interior trunk release is not affected…
• 10240164Jul 25, 2023Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Sliding sunroof panel of panoramic sliding sunroof reversed (temporarily, once, multiple times) during closing process without entrapment event. It is not possible to save the relearning process for force progression after each actuation. A, e.g. mechanical sluggishness caused by aging cannot be compensated for here. The teach-in process does not properly save after each actuation.
• 10240250Jul 19, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2021-2024 C-Class, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, GLC, GLE and S-Class (206, 295, 294, 297, 296, 254, 167 and 223 platform) vehicles, the head unit software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The update is free of charge and will be carried out in the background. The…
• 10238429Jun 30, 2023Suspension. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) 2023 C-Class (206 platform) vehicles, the adhesive seam on the cross-member in the rear area does not correspond to current specifications. As a result, noise may occur in the rear area of the vehicle while driving and the body may be subjected to greater stress in this area.
• 10238414Jun 28, 2023Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Left and/or right front door could scuff or jamb when opening/closing in the rear upper area at the B-pillar cover of the rear doors, see picture 1 Grub screw of upper hinge of left and/or right front door is loose. 1. Remove the grub screw. 2. Apply thread locking agent to the thread of the grub screw. 3. Install the grub screw and tighten with 23 Nm.

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