2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 Technical Service Bulletins

209 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500. 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.

• 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…
• 11007752Sep 10, 2024Exterior lighting. Complaint Transfer of selected user-defined scene/ animation (MeApp) from HU to ECU software fails to start. Charging bar stops at 0%. (Picture in attachment) Cause Communication between light control unit and HU Remedy Software update to latest version: - A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system (head unit) - E1n14 - Front left digital headlamp control unit (DHLS-CU-VL) - E2n14 - Front right digital headlamp control unit…
• 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…
• 11006686Aug 31, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that certain MY 2023-2024 EQE Sedan, EQS Sedan, and EQS SUV (295, 296, and 297 platform) vehicles may not start. In this case, the fault message “Cannot Start Vehicle See Operator's Manual“ may appear in the instrument cluster. MBUSA will conduct a service campaign. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the battery management…
• 11006710Aug 30, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY21-24 C-Class (206 platform), EQE (294 and 296 platform), EQS (295 and 297 platform), GLC (254 platform), AMG GT (192 platform), S-Class (223 platform), and AMG SL (232 platform) vehicles, the communication module software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The communication…
• 11006700Aug 14, 2024Electrical system. Complaint Once the head unit A26/17 is updated to the FUP4 software release E445.0, it may be the case that online connectivity is no longer available Cause E445.0 FUP4 software release Remedy Update the A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system (Head unit) software to E445.2 FUP4 Optimized or newer version to resolve the complaint.
• 11006688Aug 13, 2024Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Complaint Red warning message in instrument cluster: "Towing not allowed, see Operator's Manual, consult workshop without starting the engine again". Cause Missing diaphragm on high voltage PTC (interior heating) N33/14 component part results in moisture buildup in the installation space for the heater and causes an insulation fault.
• 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.
• 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…
• 11005337Jul 19, 2024Electrical system. Complaint Mercedes me connect services inoperative (me-Call, Remote Status, etc.). Mercedes me services - activation not possible Notes: - The event code "B129C00 - Malfunction in control unit for telematics services" is active and stored - The head unit shows no internet connection Cause Under analysis. Remedy Please create a TIPS case, attach a RAMSES control unit log to the case.
• 11005350Jul 16, 2024Electrical system. Complaint Child seat detected message is shown in the central display and no child seat is installed on the front passenger seat at the time the display message is shown. Cause In certain circumstances, the gesture recognition system may interpret the occupancy status as a child seat present. The following possible conditions may lead to this: 1. Front passenger seat occupied by passenger 2. Object on front…
• 11005265Jul 16, 2024Body and structure. The vehicles were visible and flagged in VMI as “OPEN” on March 15, 2024. Unrepaired affected vehicles will be removed from VMI on July 15, 2024.
• 11005334Jul 15, 2024Electrical system, Brakes, Forward collision avoidance. 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.
• 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…
• 11003090Jun 4, 2024Fuel system, Electrical system. Service Campaign 2024010013: The powertrain control unit software may not meet current production specifications where the authentication for charging via “plug and charge” may not function as intended. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the powertrain control unit SCN coding.
• 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…
• 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…
• 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.
• 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…
• 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…
• 10253716Apr 19, 2024Suspension. Complaint Wheel trim element grazes against fixed caliper Cause Tolerance between wheel trim element and fixed caliper Remedy Rework wheel trim element as described in the instructions with a suitable tool 2-3 mm.
• 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.
• 10253696Apr 5, 2024Electrical system. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign OTA software update of the AMG Chassis Controller (ACC) in 1,349 Model Year (MY) 22-24 EQE, EQS (295, 297 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will not be visible or flagged in VMI or EVA. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY22-24 EQE, EQS vehicles (295, 297 platform), the AMG Chassis Controller (ACC) software does…
• 10252730Mar 22, 2024Electrical system. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign OTA update for the powertrain control unit in 2,425 Model Year (MY) MY23-24 EQE (294 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will not be visible or flagged in VMI or EVA. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY23-24 EQE (294 platform) vehicles, the powertrain control unit coding may not meet current production…
• 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.
• 10252714Mar 15, 2024Body and structure, Engine cooling. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign Launch to install preservation wax on the inside of the integral carrier on 3,638 Model Year (MY) 2023-2024 EQE Sedan (295 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will be visible and flagged in VMI as OPEN on March 15, 2024. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2023-2024 EQE Sedan (295 platform) vehicles, the integral…
• 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.
• 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…
• 10249479Jan 31, 2024Electrical system. 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. 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) in the…
• 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…
• 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…
• 10248213Dec 21, 2023Electrical system. Plug and Charge does not work for vehicles from model series X294. Vehicles with a manufacturing date SOP up to October 16, 2023 are affected. AMG vehicles are not affected Plug and Charge certificates are no longer installed on the vehicle. Re-coding of the PTCU control unit - N127 (Drivetrain)
• 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…
• 10244747Oct 26, 2023Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2023-2024 EQE SUV (294 platform) vehicles, the software for the powertrain control unit (PTCU) may not meet current production specifications. The vehicle may not start if the network communication cannot be established. MBUSA will conduct a service campaign. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will…
• 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.
• 10243305Sep 11, 2023Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Noises of 26th engine order from the transmission gearing Perform software update for control unit "N127 - drivetrain (PTCU)". If the noises continue even after a successful software update, please do not exchange any parts. The cause is currently being investigated.
• 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.
• 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…
• 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…
• 10241523Aug 9, 2023Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Flush door handle needs to be pulled on with increased force in order to open the door manually. Turning angle sensor lever is broken. Replace the bearing bracket of the flush door handle.
• 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.

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