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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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TSB Date Problem Area TSB Text
05/07/18 NHTSA ID: 10135828
TSB ID: LI09.20-P-061233

Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up, engine shakes at idle
05/07/18 NHTSA ID: 10135837
TSB ID: LI42.20-P-061327

Electric parking brake inoperative
05/07/18 NHTSA ID: 10135632
TSB ID: LI49.00-P-060010

Fault in particulate sensor
06/18/13 NHTSA ID: 10052151
TSB ID: LI46-20P-055943

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.
05/17/12 NHTSA ID: 10044181
TSB ID: 20-P-053398

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. *js
05/23/11 NHTSA ID: 10037408
TSB ID: SB-32-25-82

Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure.
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05/05/10 NHTSA ID: 10032727
TSB ID: TB-P-047927

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 2
04/30/10 NHTSA ID: 10032707
TSB ID: SB-47-20-56

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.
12/22/09 NHTSA ID: 10030929
TSB ID: TSB-42-10-109

Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an
06/15/09 NHTSA ID: 10029105
TSB ID: SB-07-16-80D

Mercedes benz: fuel loss at pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to lip home mode, poor output, poor fuel economy, combustion noise, vehicle stalls). may be caused by malfuncti
05/12/09 NHTSA ID: 10028645
TSB ID: TB-46-10-39C

Mercedes: chrome plating peeling on decorative caps on the steering wheel spokes, this is due to less than optimal adhesion between chrome plating and base material. models 164 and 251. model years unknown.
05/12/09 NHTSA ID: 10028646
TSB ID: TB-46-10-32

Mercedes: groaning or dull, heavy cracking noises from steering shaft area. when turning steering wheel or moving off or braking. this may be emanating from the bearing and housing of upper steering shaft (firewall pivot point) or steering
02/27/09 NHTSA ID: 10028024
TSB ID: SB-2008080001

Mercedes: check air suspension compressor and replace if necessary. insufficient air pressure in the air suspension system may result from damage to the pressure disk in the air suspension compressor.
02/27/09 NHTSA ID: 10028026
TSB ID: SB-2008070002

Mercedes: replace v belt upper guide pulley. the v belt upper guide pulley optimized for noise reduction is available. the dealer will replace upper guide pulley at the next workshop visit.
10/07/08 NHTSA ID: 10026201
TSB ID: SB-07-16-08

Mercedes benz: work on pressure regulator valve (as of cd13, 1600 bar system). fuel loss at the pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to limp home mode, poor output, poor fuel
08/27/08 NHTSA ID: 10025648
TSB ID: TB-46-20-61

Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on all model 164 and 251 vehicles. model years unknown.
12/18/07 NHTSA ID: 10023491
TSB ID: 472052

Mercedes-benz - procedure for replacing fuel pump and fuel filter modules . models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, ml550, gl320, gl450, gl550, r63, r320, r350, r500. model year all. *nj
12/18/07 NHTSA ID: 10023493
TSB ID: 071677

Mercedes-benz - leaking high pressure fuel pump/possible fuel loss/odor. models ml320, gl320, r320. model year unknown. *nj
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10/03/07 NHTSA ID: 10022893
TSB ID: 033008

Check engine light on / fault codes fc1200 / fc1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, and sl550. equipped with m272 engine or m273 engine. *nj
03/23/07 NHTSA ID: 10021227
TSB ID: 2006060005

Install shim plates between front exhaust system brackets and transmission.
10/23/06 NHTSA ID: 10020460
TSB ID: 462046

Play in the rack and pinion steering system. models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. mercedes benz. updated 5/13/09.
05/17/06 NHTSA ID: 10019967
TSB ID: 463041

Flow noises from area of power steering pump and/or foaming of power steering oil in reservoir. on mercedes benz ml and r class models. *ak
05/07/18 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10135649
TSB ID: LI27.55-P-060088

Procedure in case of slight oil traces on transmission 722.9
05/07/18 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10135653
TSB ID: LI27.55-P-060088

Procedure in case of slight oil traces on transmission 722.9
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05/22/12 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10044200
TSB ID: 15-P-050245

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. *js
12/23/09 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10030940
TSB ID: SB-P-047231

Mercedes: uneven steering forces when steering from lock to lock. increased steering forces in certain positions. approximately every 90 degrees a pressure point can be felt which must be overcome by increased force on the steering wheel
08/28/08 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10025663
TSB ID: SB-27-00-104

Slow acceleration with gas pedal hesitation. models 164.122/8ss (ml 320 and gl320); 211.022 (e320); 251.122 (4320). years unknown.
03/26/07 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10021242
TSB ID: 2006090001

Coating formation on gear selector actuator motor (ism motor).
05/07/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10135628
TSB ID: LI82.70-P-060004

Iphone mobile phone: various complaints after software update to ios8
06/01/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037653
TSB ID: SB-59783

Mercedes-benz: there are electrical production quality issues that cause the air bag warning light to illuminate.
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11/01/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10034306
TSB ID: SB-91-60-193

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
06/30/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10033070
TSB ID: LI-58-40

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 li
04/14/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032568
TSB ID: RB-2009060005

Mercedes benz service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. software calibration number (scn) coding; engine control module. the vehicles fuel tank leak diagnosis system may have been inadvertently deactivated during a vi
05/14/09 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10028686
TSB ID: SB-32-22-78

Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. model years unknown. updated 9/18/09.
02/27/09 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10028025
TSB ID: TB-82-10-632

Mercedes: stop/tail light not illuminating with dtcs 9102, 9103, 9106, 9107, 9126, 9127 or 9136. (vehicles without led tail lamps) updated 5/13/09. updated 4/20/11. repair does not apply to led tail lamps.
01/31/08 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10023784
TSB ID: 2007100003

Models e320, e500, e55, e350, e550, e63, ml350, ml500, ml63, ml320, ml550, gl450, gl320, gl550 with diesel engine om 642 my 2006-2007 -- update engine control module software. *nj
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12/05/07 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10023372
TSB ID: 322250

Mercedes-benz models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, r320, r350, r500 with code 489 (airmatic suspension) - airmatic inoperative/ (visit workshop) displayed in instrument cluster. model year unknown. *nj updated 3/11/08.
01/18/06 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10018816
TSB ID: 276065

Learning in selection range sensor not possible after ehs replacement.
09/26/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016656
TSB ID: 722043A

Power closing assist on the tailgate intermittently nonfunctional.
05/23/12 Other NHTSA ID: 10044222
TSB ID: 40-P-052794

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. *js
06/30/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10033074
TSB ID: LI-72-00-P

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
06/30/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10033071
TSB ID: SB-82-30-366E

Mercedes benz: adjusting wiper arms. if you receive reports on certain vehicles of wipers chattering/noisy, proceed as follows: inspect wiper blades/inserts for wear and replace; thoroughly clean windshield; verify use of correct washer f
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05/13/09 Other NHTSA ID: 10028668
TSB ID: TB-91-16-177

Mercedes: active head restraints activate for no reason. this may be caused by damage to the seat wiring harness causing a short circuit. models 164 and 251. model years unknown. updated 9/18/09.
03/11/08 Other NHTSA ID: 10024116
TSB ID: 8230583

Rear window wiper fails to function or stops intermittently. models ml500, ml350, r350, r500. *nj
12/05/07 Other NHTSA ID: 10023371
TSB ID: 2007090001

Mercedes-benz models with mechanical mirrors - lubricate folding mechanism of right and left outside mirrors. *nj
07/03/07 Other NHTSA ID: 10022061
TSB ID: 722043

Power closing assist on the tailgate intermittently nonfunctional. updated 8/27/08.
03/26/07 Other NHTSA ID: 10021246
TSB ID: 2006110005

Install software for navigation system. updated 3/5/09.
01/18/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10018831
TSB ID: 722053

Tailgate cannot be opened.

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Mercedes-Benz R-Class TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.