2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Technical Service Bulletins

90 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350. 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.

• 10166976Feb 3, 2014Equipment. Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
• 10167040Feb 1, 2014Electrical system. This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the mbrace control module software at the next workshop visit.
• 10166990Dec 4, 2013Suspension. Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road.
• 10205233Aug 5, 2013Electrical system. Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely.
• 10167577Jul 23, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to operate correctly.
• 10167564Jul 12, 2013Electrical system. Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
• 10167563Jul 8, 2013Electrical system. The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30).
• 10167572Jul 3, 2013Electrical system. If it is necessary to replace an HV battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis Sheet for Transportability of High-Voltage Batteries Form? accompanied by: , the removed part, the quick test printout, the BMS control unit log printout, the repair documentation and with all required documentation listed in Section E of the Form.
• 10167553Jul 1, 2013Fuel system. Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
• 10167561Jun 27, 2013Exterior lighting. Xenon burner inoperative or flickers
• 10033074May 1, 2013Body and structure. Xentry: outside door handle no longer returns to end position. Due to a bent pin in the dynamic balancer, the support spring of the bearing bracket can slide out of place or become unhooked. Models 164, 251, 166, 204, 212. No model years listed. *pe updated 2/1/12. *pe updated 10/3/12. *pe updated 10/21/13.
• 10052151Apr 24, 2013Steering. Xentry (mercedes): rattling noise coming from the area of the steering column tube system, when driving over rough road and when accelerating or braking, there would be cracking noises. Models 164, 251. No model years listed.
• 10038955Apr 9, 2013Suspension. Mercedes-benz: at the front wheel bearing there is a loud knock sound when going around a corner at slow speeds. There is an insufficient fit at the bearings. *rm updated 10/14/11. *pe updated 6/19/13.
• 10050861Oct 14, 2012Steering. Mercedes (xentry): due to amine deposits from steering wheel foam, horn plate of steering wheel, short circuited, causing the multifunction buttons, on steering wheel, to be non-functional. Models 164, 251. No model years listed.
• 10046319Aug 9, 2012Electrical system, Steering. Xentry (mercedes); electric steering control unit, in some vehicles, has implausible fault entry due to software needing updating. Models ml 350. No model years listed.
• 10044222Apr 20, 2012Seat belts. Mercedes benz: front or rear seat belt does not roll up correctly. Dirt deposits on the seat belt guide due to soiled seat belt. Also included models 169, f cell, 246, and 231. No model years given.
• 10042607Apr 5, 2012Seat belts. Xentry(mercedes): bulletin provided regarding control unit detecting an undervoltage after buckling up (belt slack elimination) during seat belt adjustment sequence. *pe updated 5/23/12.
• 10044200Apr 2, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Xentry: mercedes benz: grunting/creaking sound from the area of the front axle when braking, driving over surface undulations, negotiating tight corners, or while maneuvering. Model years unknown.
• 10044199Mar 28, 2012Engine cooling. Xentry: mercedes benz: vehicle stumbles and bucks for a few minutes after a cold start when outside temperature is low (no dtcs). Engine runs rough in a warm up phase. No model years given.
• 10044181Mar 12, 2012Steering. Xentry: rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road undulations. No model years given. Also included models 168 and 172.
• 10039113Nov 29, 2011Steering. Mercedes-benz: the steering is leaking in the input shaft, below the protective cap. There is wear on a seal ring located in the control head. *rm updated 5/17/2012
• 10041269May 1, 2011Electrical system. Mercedes benz: there is a software problem relating to the tank heater lines.
• 10038977Apr 4, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. There are multiple possible fault codes. A piston may be damaged.
• 10037985Dec 10, 2010Equipment. Mercedes-benz: the load compartment roller blind has catch bolts loose or broken from improper force when using.
• 10038227Dec 8, 2010Engine cooling, Electrical system. Mercedes-benz: the starter clicks but does not crank when trying to start. A voltage dip is causing the ignition procedure to fail.
• 10038225Dec 8, 2010Steering, Electrical system. Mercedes-benz: diagnostic procedures for the driver authorization system.
• 10038218Dec 1, 2010Electrical system. Mercedes-benz: software update for heater lines.
• 10037408Nov 19, 2010Suspension. Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure.
• 10034306Jun 11, 2010Air bags. Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. Air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. With 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset five times. With modes 202, 210 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset three times. Earlier models would have to have their airbag control unit and triggered restrain…
• 10034152Jun 7, 2010Electrical system. Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). Fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. In addition fault code fc 9061 and/or fc 9062 is stored in the front sam.
• 10034504Mar 18, 2010Engine cooling. Mercedes (xentry): engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Magnetic short between armature and pole core due to calibration error at valve and tolerance deviation by supplying manufacturer. This causes the purge valve to jam in the open state.
• 10034104Mar 16, 2010Equipment. Mercedes: replacing the emergency tensioning retractor. When replacing the left front reversible emergency tensioning retractor (a76) or the right front reversible emergency tensioning retractor (a76/1), return the damaged part to the qec with the warranty parts return slip and with the quick test report.
• 10034625Feb 22, 2010Engine cooling. Mercedes (xentry): engine makes noise, ticking/crackling at idle speeds up to approx. 1500 rpm. Run in effect of 1st crankshaft main bearing. Models 211, 219, 164, 251, 203, 204, 209, 221, 461 and 463. No model years listed.
• 10034608Feb 5, 2010Seats. Mercedes: the electrically folding 3rd seat row makes noises while folding up and down, or the folding function does not work at all. A warning message about locking the 3rd seat row may also appear in the display.
• 10033070Dec 16, 2009Engine cooling, Electrical system. Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. Models 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, and 403. No model years listed.
• 10033075Dec 1, 2009Electrical system, Engine cooling. Mercedes benz: check coolant protection level of the hybrid power electronics module and high voltage battery, correct if necessary. Model and my 164 2010.
• 10032725Sep 22, 2009Electronic stability control. Mercedes: electronic stability program (esp), stability control (sr). References revised and reference to af deleted/supersedes dtb tb 42.45/42. Esp lamp on. Contact fault at connection for esp control unit mk25 (n47). No model years listed.
• 10032727Sep 17, 2009Suspension. Mercedes: following fault codes are entered in the control unit and displayed-fc5320 drain valve:open circuit or insufficient valve current in models series 211, 219; fc5260 drain valve open circuit or insufficient valve current in model 221; fc5250 drain open circuit or insufficient valve current in model series 251, 164. Defective connecting cables to drain valve at airmatic compressor. This results in the…
• 10032707Sep 10, 2009Fuel system. Mercedes: ensuring unobstructed movement for the fuel level sensor. When installing the left or right fuel level sensor, it is essential for it to have unrestricted, unobstructed movement.
• 10030665Mar 1, 2009Equipment, Other or unknown. Mercedes: it has been determined that the tele aid may not function properly as a result of a hardware fault in the tele aid control module. If this condition exists an instrument cluster message of no service and tele aid inoperable will be seen.

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