2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E63
1 recalls — 5 complaints — 81 TSBs
16V081000 Feb 11, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ML320 BlueTec 4Matic, GL320 BlueTec 4Matic and R320 CDI 4Matic, 2011 E350 Cabriolet and E550 Cabriolet, 2009-2011 ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML550 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and C63 AMG, 2010-2011 ML450 4Matic Hybrid, E350 Coupe, E350 4Mati... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
MBUSA will their notify owners, and Fiat Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler owners. Dealers for the respective brands will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Mercedes-Benz owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-637... Read more
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 4, 2022
Incident date: Sep 25, 2022
FUEL SMELL IN CABIN FROM REAR FUEL PUMP. THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE W212 HAVE BEEN HAVING AS WELL ACCORDING TO MBWORLD.ORG FORUMS. I AM FRIGHTENED THAT ONE SPARK MAY CAUSE MY VEHICLE TO EXPLODE, I ALSO CANNOT ALLOW MY 5 YEAR OLD SON TO RISE IN THE VEHICLE BECAUSE I DO NOT WANT HIM T... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 27, 2022
Incident date: Apr 20, 2022
Have strong odor of fuel in cabin and outside driver's side rear of vehicle that has been increasing in intensity over the past couple of months. I removed the rear seat bench and the access cover for the fuel pump under the driver's side rear seat and found pooled fuel on top of the pump as well as... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 17, 2018
Incident date: Feb 9, 2016
RECALL WAS ISSUED ON FEB 09,2016; MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER2018030011; NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V081 AND THE STATUS IS CURRENTLY: RECALL STATUS RECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE. IT HAS BEEN 2 1/2 YEARS AND I AM CONTINUALLY BEING TOLD THAT I HAVE TO DRIVE DAILY IN A CAR THAT HAS A FAULTY AIRB... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 11, 2017
Incident date: Nov 16, 2017
THERE IS A FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR. I REMOVE THE REAR SEAT AND VERIFIED THE FUEL SENDING UNIT IS LEAKING. THERE WAS PUDDLE OF GAS AROUND THE SENDING UNIT. ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING THE GAS TANK WITH FUEL, THE SMELL IS MUCH STRONGER. OTHER PEOPLE HAVE PASSED BY MY CAR WHILE IT I... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 13, 2017
Incident date: May 1, 2016
TAKATA RECAL MERCEDES NEVER CONTACTED ME AGAIN FOR A REPLACEMENT. IT HAS BEEN HALF A YEAR SINCE I RECEIVED THE NOTIFICATION OF THIS RECALL. REMEDY NOT READY IS ALWAYS THE EXCUSE.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E63
81 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 220000 SEATS | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
As previously reported, 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 alleg
NCU - 24240304
Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
As previously reported, 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 alleg
LI91.18-P-077075
Dec 4, 2023
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
ELW-Fuel Filter
Nov 3, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (??A?A?MBUSA??A?A?) is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit for Part
ELW-Fuel Filter
Nov 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, Mercedes-Benz USA (??A?A?MBUSA??A?A?) is extending the warranty coverage on the fuel filter unit for Part
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
LI82.85-P-076799
Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated. The remote status data does not update. Error in N112/9 - control unit for telematics services (HERMES). In the HERMES control unit log, under the "URL" tab, the value DEFAULT is st
BurlWalnutUpdate
Apr 28, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
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 allegations that the a??Burl
CL-ELWSubframe
Mar 31, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe
Mar 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe
Mar 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle reg
ELW-RearSubframe
Feb 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has extended the warranty for the rear subframe on the vehicles listed below, from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 20 years/unlimited miles, and applies to the vehicle rega
ELW-BurlWalnut
Jan 25, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
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 allegations that the a??Burl
LI68.05-P-060306
Jan 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Complaint The garage door hand transmitter cannot be initialized with the integrated garage door opener in the inside rearview mirror. Cause 1. The integrated garage door opener (GDO) is not compatible with the opening system installed
LI68.05-P-060307
Jan 9, 2022
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
LI54.65-P-072065
Dec 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unmotivated Reaction from Park Assist - model series 213 facelift / 238 facelift with option code 235 (active par- king assist) and option code 501 (surround view system)
LI42.47-P-067502
Dec 9, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI42.47-P-067502
Dec 9, 2020
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
If the customer brakes sharply from a speed of > 30mph, without ABS intervention, there is a single cracking noise from the area of the ESP hydraulic unit
LI27.50-P-071658
Sep 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D or R
LI27.50-P-049281
Sep 22, 2020
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Harsh engagement when changing gear range from P to D
LI32.22-P-071495
Jul 20, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AIRMATIC Fault Message "Max 80 km/ h (50 mph) " In Instrument Cluster
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
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
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
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
LI82.10-P-064766
Jun 30, 2020
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
NCU - HVAC Warra
May 21, 2020
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
LI91 45-P-066075
Jul 23, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat belt extender toothed rack sluggish or makes noises
LI54 30-P-068427
Jul 19, 2018
190000 TIRES
Winter tire speed limit is activated automatically
LI54 30-P-068427
Jul 19, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Winter tire speed limit is activated automatically
LI54 30-P-068430
Jul 19, 2018
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
LI54 30-P-068430
Jul 19, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Display of suspension setting in head unit implausible
LI72 20-P-068322
Jul 2, 2018
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Liftgate intermittently does not open fully
LI07 61-P-067717
Mar 2, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BR213/BR222 E63/S63 Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's
LI91 18-P-066760
Jul 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
Gap forms in seat cushion cover at side panel
LI91 18-P-066760
Jul 18, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Gap forms in seat cushion cover at side panel
LI07.61-P-067717
May 8, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BR213, 217, 222 [E63/S63] Check Engine Light on with Misfire DTC's
LI8260P0568903
Nov 15, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.
LI8285P0647651
Aug 25, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.
TakataRecall
Feb 26, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Additional information around the recent recall announcement affecting approximately 705,983 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles involving Takata driver-side airbags containing PSDl-5 type inflators
LI07.08-P-060993
Mar 25, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "Implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"
LI82.70-P-060004
Oct 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
iPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
LI91.25-P-059380
Jul 10, 2014
220000 SEATS
Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.
LI27.19-P-056458
Jul 10, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Various transmission complaints in combination with the fault code P060C00 and/or P060600. With fault code P060C00 the symptoms may include the transmission switching to limp-home mode and in some case there may be a display message (assi
LI63.30-P-058687
Mar 13, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sloshing noises from area of rocker panels/ longitudinal members on left and right.
LI83.00-P-058688
Mar 10, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Air conditioning intermittently does not cool.
LI82.85-P-058582
Mar 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Apple products (iPhone or iPod) are not charged via the serial USB interface of the COMAND Online control unit (A40/3) in the stowage compartment of the center console.
LI54.15-P-057373
Feb 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI54.15-P-057373
Feb 28, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle cannot be started The vehicle may start by itself shortly after the startup attempt with a delay, as the relay can be late closing. and/or The gear selection is displayed, but no gear is engaged. Gear selection is not possibl
LI54.65-P-058568
Feb 25, 2014
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
The 360? camera cannot be calibrated.
LI54.10-P-054089
Feb 25, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery discharged, vehicle does not start.
LI46.15-P-058505
Feb 25, 2014
010000 STEERING
Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column
LI35.30-P-058566
Feb 25, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). Heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa)
LI46.35-P-058063
Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Fault code U41600 logged in 'ES' (electric steering) control unit after software update or steering gear replacement. Note: Fault code U41600 means: Implausible data were received from the control unit "Traction system". This fault code
LI46.10-P-057961
Feb 18, 2014
010000 STEERING
Surface damage on steering wheel trim
LI30.30-P-057139
Feb 18, 2014
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).
LI30.30-P-057139
Feb 18, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Collision Prevention Assist (CPA) may warn for no obvious reason (optical and acoustic warning message).
LI49.20-P-056353
Feb 12, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit.
C1A140101
Feb 11, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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
LI54.25-P-056472
Feb 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The key is not recognized in the electronic ignition switch, the vehicle cannot be started and/or the automatic transmission may perform an "Automatic P function" at speeds below 6 km/h.
LI14.20-P-052079
Feb 6, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700
GI88.40-P-057430
Feb 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"
S-SC- 2013090008
Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL 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 deal
LI32.25-P-051645
Jan 31, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Creaking/squeaking noises from the front axle when steering
LI54.65-P-058105
Dec 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Parktronic system switches to malfunction. The driver notices a fault message (4 red LEDs and 2 sec continuous signal). The following fault codes are stored in the PTS control unit (N62): A23400 - Rear PARKTRONIC warning element 1 ha
LI8285P053927
Aug 5, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Metadata loss- Please reimport all media data".
LI27.20-P-055758
Jul 30, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
FC 2783 (Friction power of torque converter lockup clutch is too high) or FC 0741 (Actuation of torque converter lockup clutch not possible) stored in transmission control unit. One possible additional customer complaint could be "poor acce
LI27.50-P-056467
Jul 26, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
Shift quality complaints and/or automatic transmission in limp-home mode in combination with one or more of the following fault codes: P060600, P072200, P072300, P072364, P072900, P073000, P073100, P073200, P073300, P073400, P073500, P076F0
LI8260P056890
Jul 25, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
No/poor radio reception in AM frequency range.
LI83.10-P-049809
Jul 22, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The side air vents in the instrument panel may be reflected in the side windows in sunlight
LI33.30-P-056665
Jul 18, 2013
010000 STEERING
Single, throttle lift-off, clunking noise from the side shaft when starting off (audible at the wheel). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (and vice versa).
LI27.00-P-056643
Jul 12, 2013
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
During disengagement from D to N and/or from R to N some slight jolting could be experienced.
LI82.95-P-056655
Jul 12, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.
LI91.45-P-056629
Jul 10, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
Switch for seat belt extender inoperative.
LI91.10-P-054143
Jul 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
1. Noises when operating electric seat fore/aft adjustment 2. Electric fore/aft adjustment nonfunctional 3. Adjustment is biased to one side, which bends the seat frame
LI47.40-P-053871
Jul 10, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "Very fine leak" or P044200 "Fine leak" stored in engine control unit.
LI68.10-P-056727
Jul 9, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Glove box squeaks/rattles at top left mounting.
LI82.85-P-055695
Jul 8, 2013
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).
P-B-54.10-225d
Jul 3, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL 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 co
LI8870P056690
Jul 3, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Outside mirror fogged.
LI46.35-P-055485
Jun 28, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine does not start, or various fault messages in instrument cluster immediately after engine start and servo assistance is reduced. The following display messages may appear: - Red message "Power Steering Malfunction - See Operator's M
LI27 19-P-056610
Jun 21, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Harsh 4-3 and/or 4-5 shifts may be experienced, usually more noticeable with light throttle drivers. No check engine light etc. or related diagnostic fault codes. Adaptation values are usually within specification.
LI82.85-P-055696
Feb 19, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
COMAND: No sound, SDARS message in central display "Device Unavailable"
MERCEDES-BENZ E63 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ E63 across all model years (2010–2019).
16
Total Recalls
17
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths