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August 14, 2026 Service bulletin

The Dark Chrome finish on the retractable door handle appears discolored, stained, or faded

Mercedes-Benz technical service bulletin LI72.00-P-080885 for 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz E350, 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 and 2025-2026 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4matic and others.

Bulletin number
LI72.00-P-080885
Component
Structure: body
Summary
Complaint The Dark Chrome finish on the retractable door handle appears discolored, stained, or faded. The discoloration is typically visible along the upper surface of the handle. Cause Insufficient surface treatment of the black chrome from the supplier Remedy 1.) Clean door handles. 2.) Inspect the handle after cleaning. • Confirm that the discoloration remains clearly visible across the upper portion of the handle. • Compare the condition to the LI reference photos 3.) If the discoloration matches the fault profile shown in the reference photos → replace the affected retractable door handle.

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