"Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are...

Bulletin number

LI54.71-P-078112

Component

Electrical system

Summary

Complaint "Active Distance Assist currently unavailable" and "Active Brake Assist functions currently limited" are shown on the instrument cluster during startup or while driving AND stored DTC in quick test U0416FE - "Implausible data were received from control unit Traction system" in A108/1 (Distronic). Cluster messages will remain and mentioned system functionality is limited until key is cycled. Cause Under investigation. Symptom may occur with one or a combination of the following: 1. Low battery health 2. Battery state of charge 3. Repeated short drive cycles. Cluster messages will resolve after a vehicle key cycle. Remedy Please open a TIPS case with: • Quick test • A108/1 (Distronic) control unit log • Instrument cluster message memory • Driving Battery Cycle "Individual values while driving" Log (Front SAM) • Battery health • Battery state of charge

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints in the electrical category.