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May 19, 2026 Service bulletin

Customer reports discoloration, staining, or blotchy marks on the black running boards for vehicles...

Mercedes-Benz technical service bulletin LI88.30-P-079882 for 2025 Mercedes-Benz G 550.

Bulletin number
LI88.30-P-079882
Component
Unknown or other
Summary
Complaint Customer reports discoloration, staining, or blotchy marks on the black running boards for vehicles equipped with Night Package (SA Code T86). The condition is cosmetic and may appear as uneven dark or bluish staining on the running board surface. (see Figure 1) Cause Discoloration is caused by environmental influences or the use of strongly alkaline cleaning agents. These substances can chemically affect the surface finish of the black running boards, resulting in visible staining. Remedy Polish the affected running board using Mercedes‑Benz polishing paste A000 986 43 74. • Buff the surface until staining is completely removed. If the staining cannot be removed after polishing: • Replace the running board (isolated cases only).

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