2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid technical service bulletins
84 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 Hybrid, including one warranty extension.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine
- Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Only vehicles with a variable transfer case are affected
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
- Tailgate opens unintentionally
- A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially...
- This document is intended as a pre-case diagnostic reference for transmission related concerns
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements...
- Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed,...
- The customer requests deactivation of the N112/9 HERMES communication module Note: Deactivation of the...
- After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the...
- Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed,...
- There are several types of complaint about noises or poor windshield wiper wiping performance: A: Wiper...
- The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient
- Customer states the AC either does not cool/has poor performance or heat is insufficient
- The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the...
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- The result from the XENTRY battery test does not match the current state of the battery
- Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick...
- Customer complaints regarding automatic transmission 724.1 (8FDCT & 8FDCT hybrid) For faster, more...
- Height adjustment of electric steering column adjustment jammed in the top/bottom adjustment position...
- After a software update of HERMES communication module N112/9 has been performed on a gray import vehicle,...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- A popup is seen on the HU with the message "data connection temporarily not available". Potentially...
- The message "Device detected at diagnostics connection See Owner’s Manual" appears sporadically in the...
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
- The flap of the reversing camera opens and closes by itself during forward travel several times during the...
- Power train
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements
- Fuel door may require several attempts to open
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements
- After a control unit replacement of "N112/9
- Transmission control unit Y3/8n4 (fully integrated transmission control unit (VGS)) not listed in quick...
- Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight
- Washer fluid system leaks
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements
- The electric range does not meet customer's expectations
- Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps fogged or droplets forming
- Electrical system
- In our continuing efforts to ensure the proper performance and quality of your vehicle, we are writing to...
- Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ⢠Objects left on the seats...
- In our continuing efforts to assure the proper performance of Mercedes-Benz products and to enhance the...
- The Mercedes me connect services cannot be activated
- Suspension
- The range of the integrated garage door opener (GTO) is too short
- MY15+ M278 and M157 Equipped Vehicles with Fault Code ""P023400 – Boost Pressure is Too High"" "
- Instrument Panel Cover.
- The charging process using the mode 2 charging cable cannot be started.
- The mobile phone address book may not be transferred completely to the multimedia system COMAND, Audio 20,...
- Fuel filler flap opens slowly/switch flashes/tank is bleeding instrument cluster warning
- Touch pad: Search lighting does not dim or does not turn on.
- Electrical system: software
- Headlamps fogged
- To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its...
- The purpose of this letter is to advise you of additional benefits that Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA")...
- Navigation system permanently displays "Activating".
- Gasket may settle causing a slight oil leak.
- IPhone mobile phone: Various complaints after software update to iOS8
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