Mercedes-benz Gle63s 2016
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Gle63s.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there recalls for the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Gle63s?
- There are 5 recall(s) for the 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ Gle63s, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 151166 [USA]: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 139698 [USA]: The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 134938 [USA]: If the passenger's frontal air bag does not function as designed in the event of a crash, the front seat passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Recall 121370 [USA]: If water enters the power steering control unit, the power steering assist may be deactivated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 123624 [USA]: If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- LI91.18-P-077075 - 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
- LI82.85-P-076799 - 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
- CL-ELWExhaustVal - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Why the warranty extension? On certain model year 2011-2016 cl/cls/s/e/ml/sl/g/gl/gle-class vehicles with v8 engines, the exhaust valve assembly might not work properly and result in an engine misfire and potential illumination of the ch
- ELW-ExhaustValve - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of mercedes-benz products and to enhance the satisfaction of our customers, mercedes-benz usa, llc (a??Mbusaa??) is extending the warranty coverage on the exhaust valve system in ce
- LI82.20-P-073063 - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Complaint the touchpad dimming function does not work and the search lighting is either at maximum brightness or fully off (dependent upon dimming signal). Note: the dimming functions of the instrument cluster and head unit display are no
- LI09.00-P-074093 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: "my15+ m278 and m157 equipped vehicles with fault code ""P023400 a?? Boost pressure is too high"" "
- LI6320P073629 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Model series 167 noise on b/c/d pillars.
- 2021060017 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Important new emission service campaign information.
- LI8860P073470 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
- LI8330P0646722 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine fan runs continuously, a/c inoperable or, engine light illuminates sporadically.
- LI8330P0646721 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine fan runs continuously, a/c inoperable or, engine light illuminates sporadically.
- LI8285P0647651 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Traffic information service and posibly the voice control, nonfunctional after navigation software update.
- LI1830P0597123 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
- LI8220P073063 - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Touch pad: search lighting does not dim or does not turn on.
- NCU-2021070020 - POWER TRAIN: Launch ncu 2021070020- perform scn coding in powertrain control unit
- LI08.00-P-072749 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: For plug in hybrid and electric variants: complaints about the electric range
- Launch NCU - 202 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Mercedes-benz ag (?Mbag?), the manufacturer of mercedes-benz, has determined that on certain model year (?My?) 2013-2017 b-class, c-class, cla-class, cls-class, e-class, g-class, gl-class, gla-class, glc-class, gle-class, glk-class, gls-cla
- NCU-2016060016 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING: Replace charge air hose between charge air cooler and turbocharger
- NCU-2020070018 - EQUIPMENT: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (?Mbusa?) has entered into an agreement with the united states department of justice (doj), the environmental protection agency (epa), the california air resources board (carb), and the california attorney general?S o
- Initial NCU MY13 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (?Mbusa?) has entered into an agreement with the united states department of justice (doj), the environmental protection agency (epa), the california air resources board (carb), and the california attorney general?S o
- LI00.20-P-070791 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Implausible "service due" instrument cluster message, head unit pop-up, or mmc message
- NCU - HVAC Warra - 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
- P-SC-2020020001 - TIRES: Information label on tire sealant
- S-B-67.00-29 - VISIBILITY: 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.
- LI83.00-P-055425 - EQUIPMENT: A flapping/rattling noise can be heard from the area of the center console towards the rear.
- LI47.40-P-053871 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine diagnosis warning lamp activated. Fault code P045600 "very fine leak" or P044200 "fine leak" stored in engine control unit.
- LI33.30-P-056665 - 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).
- LI32.34-P-056667 - SUSPENSION: Thumping noises at the front axle when driving over road bumps
- LI32.34-P-056198 - SUSPENSION: 1. In vehicles up to vin 166 ### #a 097760 without code 803, the following fault code is logged in the quick test: P1C9B00. The control unit 'roll control' has a malfunction. 2. In vehicles up to vin 166 ### #a 097760 with code 803 or vehi
- LI27.20-P-055758 - 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
- P-B-82.85-703 - EQUIPMENT: A production fault means that the telematics dvd a 166 827 14 00 cannot be used. Because of this the previous telematics dvds a 204 827 03 65 and a 204 827 10 65 must continue to be used for control unit programming. If required, these are
- LI82.85-P-058582 - 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.
- LI82.62-P-058583 - EQUIPMENT: Sound system: intermittent loss of sound after engine start
- LI72.00-P-058635 - STRUCTURE: Cracking noises or squeaking noises at the doors in the area of the window frame while driving, especially when driving on rough roads.
- LI68.30-P-058750 - STRUCTURE: Belt holder/ retaining tab on side paneling in trunk is broken
- LI42.10-P-058641 - POWER TRAIN: Brake linings on rear axle exhibit differential wear
- LI32.34-P-058736 - SUSPENSION: Active curve system malfunction in instrument cluster in combination with the following fault codes in the acs control unit: P100000: the oil pressure at the front axle is too low. (veh. Up to approx. 7/2012) P100200: the oil pressure at
- LI32.34-P-058735 - SUSPENSION: Rumbling noises from the area of the front axle.
- LI05.10-P-056435 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine rattling noise after engine start for several seconds
- LI01.30-P-058630 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Minor leaks at the oil duct of the left or right cylinder head of engines 157, 276 and 278. 1. Left cylinder head: oil passage plug hole on left beside mechanical vacuum pump. 2. Right cylinder head: oil passage plug hole below high-press
- T-B-68.30-83 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: The complete headliner can no longer be replaced for loose headliner magnets. As described in ar68.30-p-4300gq, 2-component adhesive a 005 989 09 71 is to be used for gluing on the headliner magnets. Any missing magnets can be reordered as
- T-B-32.34-84 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Oil spray or fouling on the active curve system is not related to leakage of the hydraulic pump.
- LI54.25-P-056472 - 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.
- LI54.21-P-057930 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The rear seat heating cannot be activated when the customer has set the ambiance illumination to "neutral" and "stage 1" or "stage 2" in the instrument cluster.
- LI54.15-P-057929 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: The liftgate can no longer be opened when the ambiance illumination is set to stage 1 or 2.
- LI49.20-P-057101 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up. Fault code 20b91b, 20b913 (the output for the heating element of the adblue pressure line has an electrical fault or an open circuit) is stored in the scr control unit.
- LI49.20-P-056353 - 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.
- LI49.20-P-056353 - 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.
- LI46.10-P-054699 - SUSPENSION: Cracking, clunking noise when braking the vehicle to a stop or when moving off, when the suspension compresses and rebounds at the front axle. Sometimes a single jolt can also be felt at the steering wheel.
- LI32.20-P-057942 - SUSPENSION: Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road.
- LI14.20-P-052079 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - fault code entry (fc) 14a600 or 14a700
- LI91.29-P-053247 - SEATS: The electric seat adjustment and/or the seat heater/seat ventilation or rear monitor is nonfunctional
- LI54-10-P-069831 - HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: Electric range is reduced after brief period
- SC-2018110008 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Update restraint system control unit software
- LI82 85-P-069318 - EQUIPMENT: Audio 20: apple carplay displays pixelated image
- LI54 30-P-066154 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Instrument cluster: hold indicator continues to be lit for a few seconds although the vehicle is moving
- T-SC-2017020020 - STEERING: Correct torque of front left and right torsion (stabilizer) bar linkage nut
- LI91 30-P-068713 - SEATS: Noises from seat climate control/ seat ventilation
- LI82 85-P-068378 - EQUIPMENT: Audio 20: symbols in the status line in the central display can overlap
- LI82 20-P-066141 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Broken sliding sunroof operating switch in the overhead control panel
- LI72 00-P-066220 - VISIBILITY: Cracking noises at doors in area of window frame
- LI46.15-P-063353 - STEERING: Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment sticks at top end stop
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 20160331 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 mercedes-benz gle63w4s. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the vehicle experienced multiple failures after being purchased in april of 2016. While driving 45 mph, the check engine coolant indicator illuminated. Big island honda kona (75-5608 kuakini highway, kailua-kona, hawaii 96740, (808) 329-8101) repaired the engine coolant sensor, but the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the totally integrated power module warning indicator illuminated and the sensor was replaced; however, the failure recurred. Furthermore, the "check battery for key" message displayed on the instrument panel. The key fobs were replaced three times by the same dealer. Upon turning the ignition, the turn signal warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer stated that the fuel cap was defective and they replaced the fuel cap. The contact stated that there was no formal diagnostic testing performed on the vehicle by the dealer. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 18v272000 (suspension). The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that the part for the recall repair would not become available on the island of hawaii for four months. The failure mileage was 50. *dt vehicle purchase date should be on or before incident date *jb