2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Technical Service Bulletins

86 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 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.

• 10166975Feb 11, 2014Equipment. This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the Verizon Telematics systems. If the i-button call failed or if the customer was unable to perform the i-button call, the mbrace agent instructed the customer to make an appointment with…
• 10166980Feb 10, 2014Engine cooling. Traces of oil in area of oil cooler (inner V) on engine 642
• 10166978Feb 6, 2014Engine cooling. Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700
• 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.
• 10052168Aug 21, 2013Vehicle speed control. Xentry (mercedes): some vehicles receive, optical and acoustic, warning message regarding collision prevention assist, without obvious reason, due to offset of short range sensor. Models 166. *pe update 8/25/15.
• 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
• 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.
• 10044165Mar 26, 2012Exterior lighting. Xentry: mercedes benz: high beam assist temporarily nonfunctional. Replace mfk and calibrate with the aid of the 'calibration target for night view assist' special tool. Also included glk350 and s550 model year 2011. Model cls year 2010-2011.
• 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.
• 10039258Nov 29, 2011Steering. Mercedes-benz: the steering is leaking in the area of input shaft, because of wear on a seal ring. Model 164/251. *rm updated 2/1/12.
• 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
• 10039257May 26, 2011Electrical system, Engine cooling. Mercedes-benz: the engine warning light is on with stored trouble codes. Idle speed limits were set too narrow.
• 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.
• 10041066Mar 6, 2011Exterior lighting. Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences.
• 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.
• 10034864Oct 1, 2010Electrical system. Mercedes: update software for the power electronics control module. Model 164.195.

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