2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Technical Service Bulletins

149 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. 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.

• 11015543Mar 7, 2025Engine. Complaint Check engine light on. Engine in limp-home mode. Rough running. Low fuel rail pressure fault code P008700 stored in MRG2 control unit. Additional faults below may be stored in MRG2 control unit: Misfire- P030000, P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400, P030084, P030004 Mixture adaptation- P217800 P218762, P017100, P017200, P217700 Injector malfunction- P02EE00, P02EF00, P02F000, P02F100, P214601, P214901…
• 11015673Mar 5, 2025Electrical system. Issue Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain subject vehicles, the MBUX multimedia system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The MBUX multimedia system software will receive an update to introduce new functions and improve the customer experience. Remedy MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign.
• 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)…
• 11014686Feb 28, 2025Fuel system. Complaint Check engine light on. Engine in limp-home mode. Rough running. Low fuel rail pressure fault code P008700 stored in MRG2 control unit. Additional faults below may be stored in MRG2 control unit: Misfire- P030000, P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400, P030084, P030004 Mixture adaptation- P217800 P218762, P017100, P017200, P217700 Injector malfunction- P02EE00, P02EF00, P02F000, P02F100, P214601, P214901…
• 11014684Feb 28, 2025Engine. Complaint Red oil pressure warning in instrument cluster One of the below fault codes is stored in powertrain control unit N127: P052497 The oil pressure is too low. The system function is restricted. P052400 The oil pressure is too low Cause Various Remedy If low oil level warning present diagnose cause of this first. -Check engine oil level and correct if necessary.
• 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.
• 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…
• 11013996Feb 3, 2025Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance, Lane departure. Complaint Hand detection system not operating correctly / vehicles with code 266 Fault message in instrument cluster: "Active Emergency Stop Assist not available" "Active Lane Keeping Assist not available" Cause Possible causes: the hand detection mat, the hand detection control unit, the contacts and the steering wheel harness. Remedy Test Procedure: Perform an initial quick test with freeze frame data.
• 11013188Jan 24, 2025Electrical system. Complaint Symptoms relating to CIVIC A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system + instrument cluster (head unit)] and/or displays Cause Enhanced technical support process for CIVIC modules and associated displays Remedy Note: Do not replace any components. For all symptoms concerning CIVIC and displays create a TIPS case after performing initial diagnosis.
• 11013298Jan 16, 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). 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 race and the joint housing of the…
• 11012802Jan 8, 2025Steering. Complaint Play noticeable in the height adjustment of the steering column. See arrow direction in attached pictures. Cause Slipped thrust bearing ring on the height adjustment. Remedy Install repair kit for height adjustment of the steering column. For tightening torque, see attachment.
• 11012806Jan 6, 2025Lane departure, Electrical system. Complaint Hand detection system not operating correctly / vehicles with code 266 Fault message in instrument cluster: "Active Emergency Stop Assist not available" "Active Lane Keeping Assist not available" Cause Possible causes: the hand detection mat, the hand detection control unit, the contacts and the steering wheel harness. Remedy Test Procedure: Perform an initial quick test with freeze frame data.
• 11012804Jan 3, 2025Exterior lighting. Complaint Message in instrument cluster "Adaptive high beams assistant not available/inoperative" or "DIGITAL LIGHT reduced range of functions" in relation to "FC151E29- The level sensor at front left has a malfunction. There is an invalid signal" in the HLI control unit. Cause HLI control units processing of level sensor data. Remedy Software fix under development. LI will be updated upon release. Parts…
• 11012178Jan 3, 2025Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2024 E-Class and CLE-Class (214, 236 platform) vehicles, the software for the MBUX control unit and the head unit does not correspond to the current series production configuration. As a result, the infotainment system may not function correctly. MBUSA will conduct a service campaign.
• 11010755Nov 20, 2024Electrical system. Complaint After a control unit replacement of "N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES)" or the "N112/2 - control unit for telematics services (RAMSES)", the Digital Extras (previously Mercedes me) cannot be activated. The DTC B15CE00 is active or active+saved.
• 11010494Nov 13, 2024Exterior lighting, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any technical impairment of the rear lamps. Remedy Rear lamp: Remedy 1: Clearing fogged/condensed rear lamps: 1. Drive the vehicle into the workshop (temperature higher than +18 °C/+64.4 °F) Note: Do not wash the vehicle or subject it to…
• 11010188Nov 1, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY24-25 C-Class, CLE, E-Class, GLC (206, 236, 214, 254 platform) vehicles, the infotainment system does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The infotainment system control unit will receive an OTA software update. MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign.
• 11009123Oct 23, 2024Seats. Complaint Damage to the leather strap of the seat backrest lock on the front seats (Pic.1). Cause Gap between seat backrest lock and trim ring Remedy • Ordering of new component parts (seat backrest lock and trim ring) • Clipping of trim ring to the seat backrest lock (holder) • Push the trim ring downwards • Apply the hot-melt dot from the inside - at the bottom between the trim ring and the holder of the seat…
• 11009122Oct 23, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1. Distributor housing leaks. 3.2. Pump fitting leaks. 3.3. Washer fluid hose cannot be snapped into place on pump fitting. 3.4. Washer fluid hose will not stay on pump fitting, although connector OK. 4. Washer fluid line. 4.1 Connector…
• 11009119Oct 23, 2024Body and structure. Complaint For a problem involving the soft top opening/closing function in combination with the cited fault code, the retainer lock (4) on the closure of the soft top compartment cover may no longer be seated in its position. Cause The control cable may have become detached from its tray and pulled off the retainer lock as a result Remedy Cut through control cable (3) at knot (C) and remove from vehicle. Then…
• 11009138Oct 22, 2024Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Complaint Message in instrument cluster "Adaptive high beams assistant not available/inoperative" or "DIGITAL LIGHT reduced range of functions" in relation to "FC151E29- The level sensor at front left has a malfunction. There is an invalid signal" in the HLI control unit. Cause Older software release, HLI control units Remedy Update of HLI control units (E1n9 / E2n9)
• 11009036Oct 16, 2024Electrical system, Wheels. Complaint "Active Emergency Stop Assist Currently Unavailable" and "Active Steering Assist Inoperative" instrument cluster messages along with Tire Pressure Light on in Instrument Cluster. Cause Both systems are temporarily unavailable due to low tire pressures. An active tire pressure monitor light may result in some assistance features being temporarily unavailable until tire pressures are corrected. Remedy…
• 11008091Sep 28, 2024Electrical 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)…
• 11008072Sep 25, 2024Electrical system. Complaint White plastic insert present on microphone assembly. See figure A for example. Cause The insert (breathable filter) is designed to be inside for dust protection and air flow control. Remedy Do not remove the breathable filter from the microphone assembly. This part is designed to be in the microphone and should remain in the vehicle. Note: If TIPS support is required for microphone symptoms please open a…
• 11007974Sep 21, 2024Exterior 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 In advance, observe LI82.10-P-078301 "Headlamps or Front…
• 11007966Sep 18, 2024Suspension, Electrical system. Complaint Display dark (total or partial) of one or more ASCM (AMG) steering wheel button displays - see attachment. Note: There is no loss of vehicle functionality due to this complaint. Cause Software can cause a partial display on the ASCM. Remedy Please perform the following steps in the event of a total or partial display of the ASCM displays: 1. Perform a hard reset (disconnect power supply) of control unit…
• 11007957Sep 17, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 1. Replace left door window lifter. For basic data, see AR67.39-P-0013WEC. 2. Assemble in reverse order.
• 11007858Sep 12, 2024Electrical system, Seats. Complaint The "Easy entry and exit feature" function deactivates itself after a brief period. Cause The cause is currently being investigated. Remedy A remedy is currently not available. A software update in the seat control unit does not solve the problem. The document will be updated once the reason has been analyzed and a remedy is available.
• 11007753Sep 10, 2024Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamp or 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. Headlamps comply with all applicable standards. If a pressure compensation diaphragm is fitted in the housing cover, then the lamp unit is a "closed system". Remedy Headlamp: Remedy 1 Clearing…
• 11007673Sep 10, 2024Body and structure. Complaint Damage or discoloration to paint protection films on vehicle. Cause Chip protection films are a wear item that may need to be replaced over the life of the vehicle. They are typically not covered by vehicle warranty. Remedy To properly install a paint/chip protection film, please follow the below guidelines: #1 - Utilize a solution that is 0.2% soap solution (1,000ml of water + 2ml of liquid soap). #2…
• 11007790Sep 9, 2024Exterior lighting. Complaint Headlamps fogged or droplets forming. Cause Due to the housing cover with pressure compensation diaphragm, the headlamps are a "closed system". This means that the headlamps are protected against acid gases, dirt and exhaust gas. However, moisture can still enter from two sources. Through absorption and desorption (the commonest cause) or through permeation.
• 11007675Sep 7, 2024Body and structure. Complaint For a problem involving the soft top opening/closing function in combination with the cited fault code, the retainer lock (4) on the closure of the soft top compartment cover may no longer be seated in its position. Cause The control cable may have become detached from its tray and pulled off the retainer lock as a result Remedy Cut through control cable (3) at knot (C) and remove from vehicle. Then…
• 11006673Aug 22, 2024Body and structure. 1. Replace reinforcement sheet metal for radiator crossmember (8). For basic information, see AR62.30-P-2300WEB.
• 11006699Aug 6, 2024Electrical system. Complaint Radio reception interference and the following DTCs are displayed in the A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system control unit as "active and stored": • B19B313 - Antenna 1 open load • B19B413 - Antenna 2 open load • B19B513 - Antenna 3 open load • B19B613 - Antenna 4 open load Cause Antenna amplifier Remedy Replace the antenna amplifier.
• 11006665Aug 2, 2024Body and structure. 1. Rework paint damage using a touch-up paint pen and ensure anticorrosion protection. Observe MB specifications and manufacturer specifications. 2. Mask off transition from retaining tab to roof trim bar by means of an intermediate layer (3M protective film) prior to installation to prevent further damage when reinstalling the trim bar (B, Figure 2). 3. Assemble in reverse order.
• 11005294Jul 23, 2024Exterior lighting. Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any technical impairment of the rear lamps. Remedy Rear lamp: Remedy 1: Clearing fogged/condensed rear lamps: 1. Drive the vehicle into the workshop (temperature higher than +18 °C/+64.4 °F) Note: Do not wash the vehicle or subject it to…
• 11005342Jul 19, 2024Electrical system. The battery management control unit software does not meet current production specifications. The battery's state of health may not be calculated correctly, resulting in the false illumination of the check engine malfunction indicator lamp. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the battery management control unit software, free of charge. Your vehicle must be brought to a dealer to complete the software…
• 11005238Jul 18, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) 2023 -2024 GLC (254 platform), C-Class (206 platform), CLE (236 platform), E-Class (214 platform) and S-Class (223 platform) vehicles, the 48-volt battery module (BMS) control unit software does not correspond to the current series production configuration.
• 11002612Jun 22, 2024Body and structure. Check/Test Procedure 1. Remove left rear inner lamp unit (E3/17, Figure 1) and right rear inner lamp unit (E4/17, Figure 1). For basic information, see AR82.10-P-4927WEC. 2. Remove the trim element (1, Figure 1) from the trunk lid (2, Figure 1). Installation: The trim element (1, Figure 1) is destroyed when you remove it and a new one has to be installed in its place. 3. Check the laser solder seam (area A, Figure…
• 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…
• 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…
• 11000531May 10, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY23-24 CLE, E-Class, EQE, EQS, and S-Class vehicles (236, 214, 294, 295, 296, 297, 223 platform), the communication module SCN coding does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The communication module will receive an OTA update that updates the SCN coding to the latest series production…
• 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…
• 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.
• 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.
• 10252836Mar 6, 2024Body and structure. Rework side wall on longitudinal member on right and left Work procedure 1. Remove longitudinal member panel on right and left. For basic data, see AR88.80-P-6000WEB . 2. Clean affected area (A, Figure 1) and treat with activator. Then seal with transparent seam seal. Rework seam seal only in affected area (A, Figure 1) on right and left sides. 3. Assemble in reverse order.
• 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…
• 10251105Feb 26, 2024Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Left/right front side window reversed on startup in the upper area. 1. Edge guard in the area of the mirror triangle may be unsuitable and require replacement. 2. Side window pane configuration may be too far inward. Remedy 1. Replace the edge guard concerned 2.
• 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…

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