Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG C43
65 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 13 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 4 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
220000 SEATS
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. seat bel
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
130000 VISIBILITY
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain Model Year (a??MYa??) 2016 a?? 2021 C-Class (205 platform), E-Class (213 platform) and GLC (253 platform) vehicles, the air conditioning contro
010000 STEERING
Complaint Loads induced at the steering wheel through pushing and pulling actions may cause creaking and cracking noises in the mechanical steering column. Cause Insufficient grease lubrication in the clamping area of the mechanical ste
160000 STRUCTURE
Staining on door trim strips and top and bottom trim elements on rear side windows. Cause Damage to protective coating of door beltline trim strips, door upper trim strips and side window trim element. Remedy 1. Check if the problem can
010000 STEERING
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. 1. Steering column hei
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. 1. Steering column hei
350000 EQUIPMENT
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. 1. Steering column hei
020000 SUSPENSION
Complaint Thumping noise on rear axle shock absorber on rough road. Cause Until now the rear axle shock absorber support bushing was only available together with the rear axle shock absorber as a replacement part. In future, the rear ax
350000 EQUIPMENT
Complaint Thumping noise on rear axle shock absorber on rough road. Cause Until now the rear axle shock absorber support bushing was only available together with the rear axle shock absorber as a replacement part. In future, the rear ax
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint Customer may have one or more of the following complaints: a?? Vehicle location is shown incorrectly in the Navigation Display a?? Navigation destination search is not possible a?? Street names are not shown in Navigation disp
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Complaint Customer may have one or more of the following complaints: a?? Vehicle location is shown incorrectly in the Navigation Display a?? Navigation destination search is not possible a?? Street names are not shown in Navigation disp
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2015-2018 C-Class and GLC-Class (205 and 253 platform) vehicles, the software for the powertrain control unit may not correspond to the cu
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz, has determined that on certain MY 2015-2018 C-Class and GLC-Class (205 and 253 platform) vehicles, the software for the powertrain control unit may not correspond to the cu
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short. Cause 1. Vehicles equipped with infrared windows and/or a heated windshield may suffer from complaints involving low transmission power. 2. When comparing the
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 a?? Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
116320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:SENSOR
Model series 190.4 Anti-theft alarm activates without obvious cause.
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Model series 190.4 Anti-theft alarm activates without obvious cause.
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The Weather App will not populate local weather data based on current vehicle position.
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Weather App will not populate local weather data based on current vehicle position.
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Insufficient charging or no wireless charging with iPhone 12.
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
350000 EQUIPMENT
Transmission diagnosis using th eIntelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) tool.
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Remote start causing CEL and U012600.
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote start causing CEL and U012600.
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Remote start causing CEL and U012600.
010000 STEERING
Cracking/Creaking Noises Coming From The Area Of The Mechanical Steering Column
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
340000 COMMUNICATION
Incorrect time and/or instrument cluster message "SOS, service not activated" and/or Mercedes Me connect services nonfunctional
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamps fogged
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Che
350000 EQUIPMENT
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew type
350000 EQUIPMENT
NTG5.5 Audio 20 with codes 355 and 357: Vehicle positioning inaccurate / implausible, route guidance not possible
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Information Label on Tire Sealant
190000 TIRES
Information Label on Tire Sealant
350000 EQUIPMENT
Fraying Headliner Cords
020000 SUSPENSION
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of front axle
100000 POWER TRAIN
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Check coolant hose from expansion reservoir to cooler and replace if necessary
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
"High-voltage battery warning message" in instrument cluster
100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Electric range is reduced after brief period
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NTG 5.5 head unit - Browser shows "Fault during authentication" message
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
COMAND Online (code 531): Wrong date in system settings, incorrect time in instrument cluster
273000 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
BR205 Facelift - Blind Spot Assist may activate without obvious cause
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Check Engine Light is on with DTC P030185/ P030685 for misfire cylinder 1 and 6.
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map pocket on front seat backrest trim does not close.
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
350000 EQUIPMENT
The following part numbers should no longer be installed and any existing stock on hand must be returned to your facing PDC via Special Return, use Item Category SCM Authorized Part Return; include a copy of the NCA as your authorization to
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
Clunking noise from front axle suspension strut or rear axle shock absorber on short strokes of the damper
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The animation in individual vehicle settings such as, e.g. mirror folding function or seat belt adjustment is missing. Note: The functions of these vehicle settings are not affected.
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Audio 20 control unit (A26/17) or COMAND Online control unit (A26/17) does not start (central display dark/ no audio output) and is not recognized with XENTRY Diagnostics although the fuses and the power supply are OK.
130000 VISIBILITY
Passenger side outside mirror glass adjusts itself at random at ignition on/off
350000 EQUIPMENT
MY-All Model 205, Maintenance Interval
350000 EQUIPMENT
In addition to the information published in the Introduction into Service Manual, note maintenance interval changes for model 205.
110000 ELECTRICAL 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).