2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC Technical Service Bulletins

246 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC. 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.

• 11000523May 4, 2024Electrical system. Work procedure 1. Connect XENTRY Diagnosis. 2. Update left rear seat control unit software. - To do this, select menu item "Quick test view – N32/5 – Left rear electrical seat adjustment – Adaptations – Update of control unit software". - Then follow the user guidance in XENTRY Diagnosis. 3. Update right rear seat control unit software. - To do this, select menu item "Quick test view – N32/6 – Right rear electrical…
• 11000542May 2, 2024Electrical system. High-frequency interference noise may be heard from the speakers while driving. This complaint only occurs when "voice amplification" is active. Coupling noise of microphone signal in voice amplification. Intermediate remedy: The interference noise can be remedied by deactivating voice amplification: "Home" -> "Settings" -> "System" -> "Audio" and de-select "Voice amplification to rear" to switch off the function…
• 10253711Apr 26, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Customer concern of Air Conditioning not cooling. Possible refrigerant leak at the evaporator. Perform the following measures and open a TIPS case labeled "167 Evaporator Suspected of Leaking" In the case, please include the following: 1. Attach the Initial Quick Test 2. Short video of the actual pressures via AC machine, showing the engine running, and hold a copy of the VIN/RO in view as well. 3. Picture of the…
• 10253703Apr 26, 2024Electrical system. This is to notify you of the Service Campaign OTA update for the MBUX system software in 750,313 Model Year (MY) MY19-24 A-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQB, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, GT 4-door (177, 118, 257, 213, 238, 243, 247, 253,167, 290 platform) vehicles. The vehicles will not be visible or flagged in VMI or EVA.
• 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.
• 10251356Feb 23, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. The radio station favorites list is no longer present after bus idle Saving process during download Perform software update in control unit HU6 in the head unit (A26/17) to version E871.1 (A 247 904 53 00).
• 10251118Feb 15, 2024Electrical system. After clicking on the "Radio" selection function, the radio does not start and instead a permanent loading wheel is displayed. See attached picture for example. Software version Remedy A26/17 - MBUX multimedia system (Head unit) unit must be replaced. When the head unit is in this condition, a software update will not remedy the situation.
• 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.
• 10249540Jan 29, 2024Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2019-2023 A-Class, CLA, E-Class, G-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, and S-Class (177, 118, 238, 463, 247, 253, 167, and 222 platform) vehicles, the communication module system software does not correspond with the latest series production configuration. The communication module system will receive an…
• 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…
• 10249481Jan 24, 2024Steering. A knocking noise can be heard from the area of the steering gear or steering column tube, and a "cracking" sensation can also be felt at the steering wheel. Particularly when braking or accelerating Stick/slip effect in sliding piece of steering coupling. Replace steering coupling.
• 10249537Jan 12, 2024Electrical system. Complaint Customer complains about anti-theft alarm system triggering without obvious cause when the vehicle is parked and/or when entering the vehicle. All MFA2 and 167 derivates with code 882 may be affected. This is caused by a sporadic loss of communication to the anti-theft alarm system [N26/6]. In many instances there are one or more FCs U110D87, U001988, U016787 stored in the control units anti-theft alarm…
• 10249737Jan 5, 2024Engine cooling. Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2022 GLE and GLS (167 platform) vehicles, corrosion on the solenoid may occur in the electric coolant pump. In this scenario, a yellow coolant warning lamp may be shown in the instrument cluster. MBUSA will conduct a service campaign. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the electric coolant pump and…
• 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.
• 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…
• 10248203Dec 1, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY19-23 A-Class, CLA, CLS, E-Class, EQB, GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, AMG GT (177, 118, 257, 213, 238, 243, 247, 253,167, 290 platform) vehicles, the head unit software does not correspond to the current series production configuration. The head unit will receive an OTA update to optimize the "Live Traffic Information" service…
• 10244646Oct 25, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Excessive resistance of door side windows when being raised/lowered, cracking and/or squeaking noises. Sealing lip of inner sealing rail, see Picture 1 and Picture 2, pos. 90, folds down while side windows are being lowered (opened). When the side windows are raised (closed), the sealing lip is pulled back up again. Replace inner sealing rail. Then perform normalization of the window lifter system in the relevant…
• 10244837Oct 10, 2023Electrical system. The "SOS nonfunctional" message appears sporadically in the instrument cluster of the vehicle. The fault code B129C00 is stored in the control unit log. The message occurs in particular after the vehicle has been non-operational for an extended period of time; the message then disappears of its own accord after a few minutes. No functional limitation to the emergency call system is to be expected. Software error in…
• 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.
• 10238424Jun 9, 2023Equipment, Electrical system, Other or unknown. In the MBUX weather app, the temperature is displayed in the wrong unit (Fahrenheit instead of °C, or vice versa). Temperature setting in Mmc mobile application settings incorrect Remedy Adjust the setting in the Mercedes me connect app via mobile phone (settings -> units)
• 10233773Mar 23, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the affected vehicles may not meet current On Board Diagnostics (“OBD”) emissions specifications. Under certain conditions, the permanent OBD fault code memory of the 48V ISG control unit may not activate. What We’re Doing MBUSA will conduct a voluntary Emission Recall Campaign in which an authorized Mercedes- Benz…
• 10232320Feb 10, 2023Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has produced certain MY 2021-2022 A-Class, CLA-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, GLA-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, GLEClass, GLS-Class, and AMG GT (177, 118, 257, 213, 247, 253, 167 and 290 platform) vehicles without the augmented reality camera (“ARC”), as disclosed at the time of sale to the vehicle purchaser. As a result, the ARC and "Dash-cam"…
• 10231032Jan 5, 2023Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. Complaint Tailgate opens unintentionally. Cause 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.
• 10228809Dec 12, 2022Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Complaint This LI does Not apply to 223 or 206 which use a different generation of 48V systems. Please follow the relevant guided tests for the 223 and 206. For 223 with fault code B1FCB97 follow LI54.10-P-073164. Various causes are possible. The faults listed in the various causes do not all have to be present at all times. Some of these complaints may overlap. Rely on the faults listed in the Cause section for…
• 10228807Dec 1, 2022Steering. Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams.
• 10225816Oct 27, 2022Electrical system. Complaint This LI does Not apply to 223 or 206 which use a different generation of 48V systems. Please follow the relevant guided tests for the 223 and 206. For 223 with fault code B1FCB97 follow LI54.10-P-073164. Various causes are possible. The faults listed in the various causes do not all have to be present at all times. Some of these complaints may overlap. Rely on the faults listed in the Cause section for…
• 10222475Sep 12, 2022Body and structure. Complaint Metallic noises from area of instrument panel Cause Due to a possible drop in torque at the screw connection of the NVH struts in the engine compartment (see picture in the attachment), noises may be perceived in the area of the instrument panel. Remedy Replacement of the 8 screws of the NVH struts in the engine compartment.
• 10222461Sep 12, 2022Steering. Complaint Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position (e.g. with Easy Entry function). Cause Height adjustment moves to the top/bottom limit stop and jams. Remedy There are 2 repair procedures to follow depending on vehicle (differentiated according to model and vehicle manufacturing date) 1. Replace repair kit for steering column height adjustment 2…
• 10222481Sep 8, 2022Electrical system. Complaint Customer states after a bus sleep the SiriusXM category changes from "My Favorites" to "All Stations" or a different category. Sometimes, the "My Favorites" category will be unavailable for the entire drive cycle. Cause Current MBUX Multimedia System (A26/17) software release Remedy Software update of MBUX Multimedia System (A26/17) to E905.4 (in development). This document will be…
• 10215016Jun 30, 2022Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (“MY”) 2020-2022 A-Class, C-Class, CLAClass, GLA-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, GLE-Class, and GLS-Class (118, 167, 177, 205, 247, and 253 platform) vehicles, the mobile phone cradle control unit software does not correspond to the current series production specifications. It is therefore possible…
• 10210925Apr 18, 2022Suspension. Cause Communication fault between electrohydraulic suspension component parts through out-of-date software (application software and bootloader software). Remedy With the latest hardware item number for the electrohydraulic pump units A167 901 62 03, the new application software A167 902 31 12 and the new bootloader software A167 904 18 01 have to be flashed. With older hardware item numbers, please open a PTSS case.
• 10210931Apr 13, 2022Electrical system, Seats. Complaint • Seats cannot be adjusted • Seats cannot be folded • Seats in the 2nd seat row cannot be locked or unlocked • Normalization cannot be performed in its entirety using XENTRY Cause Under analysis Remedy *Make sure a battery charger is connected to vehicle while performing all testing* Please perform the following checks that help to resolve most concerns: #1 - Make sure seat control units have…
• 10209871Mar 18, 2022Electrical system. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has produced certain MY 2021-2022 A-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, GLA-Class, GLB-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, and GT-Class (167, 177, 213, 247, 257, and 290 platform) vehicles without the augmented reality camera (“ARC”), as disclosed at the time of sale to the vehicle purchaser. As a result, the ARC and "Dash-cam" functions are currently not enabled.
• 10209873Mar 11, 2022Electrical system. Update Digital Operator's Manual
• 10208751Feb 22, 2022Electrical system. Complaint Intermittently, engine switches off within a few seconds after being started via the Remote Engine Start (RES) command from the Mercedes me app. The customer may receive the following message in the Mercedes me app: "Your vehicle's engine has been switched off because the engine control unit or the engine itself was switched off permanently." Cause Engine running status signal causes Electronic Ignition…
• 10208675Feb 10, 2022Suspension, Electrical system. Perform SCN coding in the active suspension and damping system control unit
• 10208674Feb 9, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Replace bolts for centering flange on integrated starter-alternator
• 10208671Feb 4, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. Mercedes-Benz AG (“MBAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2021-22 A-Class (177 platform), CLA-Class (118 platform), CLS-Class (257 platform), E-Class (213 and 238 platform), GLA-Class, GLBClass (247 platform), GLC-Class (253 platform), GLE-Class, GLS-Class (167 platform), and GT-Class (290 platform) vehicles, the software for the MBUX control unit does not…
• 10207187Jan 5, 2022Suspension, Electrical system. Complaint AIRMATIC fault message in instrument cluster. Cause An internal control unit fault led to the specified fault codes. Remedy Replacement of CAIRS unit 51/8 does not remedy the problem. Perform AIRMATIC software update on R24.
• 10206077Dec 8, 2021Engine cooling. "MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 – Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
• 10205835Sep 16, 2021Other or unknown, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Body and structure. Model series 167 noise on B/C/D pillars.
• 10205784Aug 4, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. Yellow "Coolant" message in instrument cluster.
• 10205783Aug 4, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. Sporadic warning message in instrument cluster "Engine oil pressure stop switch off vehicle"" or similar is shown in red on vehicles with low mileage.
• 10205147Nov 14, 2016Engine cooling. Ticking or pulsing noise from high-pressure pump and/or fuel injectors.
• 10205154Aug 5, 2016Engine cooling, Other or unknown. Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.

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