2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
90 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 89Warranty extension 1
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing direction of trave…LI35.30-P-058566 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 14, 2026
- Complaint The sliding sunroof glass panel of the panoramic roof reverses during the closing process, either once or multiple times, without an entrapment (anti‑pinch) event being d…LI77.21-P-075806 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Apr 20, 2026
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged. Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to a…LI82.10-P-078301 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 16, 2026
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to an…LI82.10-P-078301 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 9, 2026
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, …LI82.10-P-078307 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 25, 2026
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to an…LI82.10-P-078301 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 24, 2026
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, …LI82.10-P-078896 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 24, 2026
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (…LI33.30-P-056665 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 15, 2025
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (…LI33.30-P-056665 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 21, 2025
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, …LI82.10-P-078896 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 28, 2025
- Complaint Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to an…LI82.10-P-078301 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 28, 2025
- Complaint Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output. Cause Silicate granulate may have escaped from a damaged bag in the expansion reservoir (not visible), reducing the coolant flo…LI83.20-P-051802 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2025
- Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during …LI82.70-P-077433 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 5, 2025
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The clunk is heard once when changing from forward to reverse (…LI33.30-P-056665 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 16, 2025
- Complaint Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end). The noise is heard once in each instance when changing directio…LI35.30-P-058566 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 15, 2025
- Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump. 3.1.…LI82.35-P-078467 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 23, 2024
- Complaint During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or interference/background noises are audible to the called party during …LI82.70-P-077433 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 28, 2024
- Complaint Headlamps leaking or fogged Cause The fogging of the headlamp is a natural phenomenon which can occur under certain climatic conditions. In contrast to a leaky headlamp, …LI82.10-P-078307 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 21, 2024
- Complaint Headlamps fogged or droplets forming. Cause Due to its outlet openings, the headlamp is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases c…LI82.10-P-078302 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 10, 2024
- Complaint Headlamp or front fog lamp leaky or fogged Cause Fogging of the headlamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. It does not lead to …LI82.10-P-078301 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 10, 2024
- Complaint Rear lamps fogged up/not leaktight. Cause Fogging of the rear lamps is a natural phenomenon, which can occur under certain climatic conditions. This does not lead to any …LI82.10-P-078069 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jul 23, 2024
- Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage â ¢ Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). â ¢ Objects wedged b…LI91.18-P-077075 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 4, 2023
- Armrest In Center Console (Front) Only Opens On One Side Or Not At All - Model Series 167LI68.20-P-070037 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 29, 2020
- Creaking noise from fixed glass section of panoramic roof in area of rear passenger compartment grab handlesLI77.21-P-072113 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 8, 2020
- Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axleLI35 30-P-058566 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 5, 2019
- To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core business, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) entered into a settlement rega…EW - Seat Heaters · Warranty extension · Seats · issued May 18, 2018
- Oil in engine wiring harnessLI05 20-P-067123 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 9, 2017
- No cooling output, fault code 9006 stored in air conditioning control unit.LI8330P0496447 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 15, 2016
- Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "Implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor"LI07.08-P-060993 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 25, 2015
- Noises from the mounting of the rear weight sensing system (WSS) sensorsLI91.10-P-050164 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 12, 2014
- Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky.LI91.25-P-059380 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jul 10, 2014
- Noise in center console area of W166.LI68.20-P-053607 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 9, 2014
- Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing.LI67.30-P-055417 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 8, 2014
- Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing.LI67.30-P-052837 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 8, 2014
- 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 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 25, 2014
- Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering columnLI46.15-P-058505 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 25, 2014
- 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 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 12, 2014
- This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to e…C1A140101 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 11, 2014
- Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700LI14.20-P-052079 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 6, 2014
- Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual"GI88.40-P-057430 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 3, 2014
- Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road.LI32.20-P-057942 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 4, 2013
- 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 in…S-B-67.00-29 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 23, 2013
- Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement.LI82.95-P-056655 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 12, 2013
- The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after inter…LI82.85-P-055695 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 8, 2013
- If it is necessary to replace an HV battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis Sheet for Transportability of High-Voltage Batteries Form? accompanied b…P-B-54.10-225d · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 3, 2013
- Xenon burner inoperative or flickersLI82.10-P-054588 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 27, 2013
- Xentry: outside door handle no longer returns to end position. Due to a bent pin in the dynamic balancer, the support spring of the bearing bracket can slide out of place or become…LI-72-00-P · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2013
- Xentry (mercedes): rattling noise coming from the area of the steering column tube system, when driving over rough road and when accelerating or braking, there would be cracking no…LI46-20P-055943 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 24, 2013
- Mercedes-benz: the load compartment roller blind has catch bolts loose or broken from improper force when using. *rmLI-68-50 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 10, 2010
- Mercedes-benz: there are electrical production quality issues that cause the air bag warning light to illuminate. *rmSB-59783 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 10, 2010
- Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rmSB-32-25-82 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 19, 2010
- Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). Fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. In addition fa…P-049567 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 7, 2010
- Mercedes: the electrically folding 3rd seat row makes noises while folding up and down, or the folding function does not work at all. A warning message about locking the 3rd seat r…LI91-22-P-048771 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 5, 2010
- Xentry (mercedes): engine warning lamp is currently on or was on and a delay fault of the camshaft adjust to current or stored in the engine control unit. Models 171, 203, 209, 211…LI-58-40 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 16, 2009
- Mercedes: stop/tail light not illuminating with dtcs 9102, 9103, 9106, 9107, 9126, 9127 or 9136. (vehicles without led tail lamps) *pe updated 5/13/09. *pe updated 4/20/11. Repair …TB-82-10-632 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 5, 2009
- Mercedes: electronic stability program (esp), stability control (sr). References revised and reference to af deleted/supersedes dtb tb 42.45/42. Esp lamp on. Contact fault at conne…SB-P-047928 · Technical service bulletin · Electronic Stability Control (esc) · issued Sep 22, 2009
- Mercedes: following fault codes are entered in the control unit and displayed-fc5320 drain valve:open circuit or insufficient valve current in models series 211, 219; fc5260 drain …TB-P-047927 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 17, 2009
- Mercedes: ensuring unobstructed movement for the fuel level sensor. When installing the left or right fuel level sensor, it is essential for it to have unrestricted, unobstructed m…SB-47-20-56 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Sep 10, 2009
- Mercedes benz service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Software calibration number (scn) coding; engine control module. The vehicles fuel tank leak diagnosis …RB-2009060005 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2009
- Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. Once the corrosio…TSB-42-10-109 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 15, 2009
- Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. Models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. Included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. Model years unk…SB-32-22-78 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 6, 2009
- Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. Caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water…TB-83-10-112B · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 12, 2009
- Play in the rack and pinion steering system. Models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. Mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe462046 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 4, 2008
- Mercedes: groaning or dull, heavy cracking noises from steering shaft area. When turning steering wheel or moving off or braking. This may be emanating from the bearing and housing…TB-46-10-32 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 2, 2008
- Mercedes: chrome plating peeling on decorative caps on the steering wheel spokes, this is due to less than optimal adhesion between chrome plating and base material. Models 164 and…TB-46-10-39C · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 2, 2008
- Mercedes: check air suspension compressor and replace if necessary. Insufficient air pressure in the air suspension system may result from damage to the pressure disk in the air su…SB-2008080001 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 2008
- Install software for navigation system. *kb updated 3/5/09. *pe2006110005 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 2008
- Check engine light on / fault codes fc1200 / fc1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. Mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, a…033008 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 24, 2008
- Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on all model 164 and 251 vehicles. Model years unknown. *peTB-46-20-61 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 22, 2008
- Power closing assist on the tailgate intermittently nonfunctional. *kb updated 8/27/08. *pe722043 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 24, 2008
- Water entry into vehicle interior for all model 164 vehicles. *peTB 83 10 112 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 7, 2008
- Mercedes-benz models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, r320, r350, r500 with code 489 (airmatic suspension) - airmatic inoperative/ (visit workshop) displayed in instrument cluster. Model…322250 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 15, 2008
- Rear window wiper fails to function or stops intermittently. Models ml500, ml350, r350, r500. *nj8230583 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 7, 2008
- Model ml350, ml500, ml63, ml320, ml550, gl450, gl320, gl550 4 matic -- equipped with sales code 477 - tire loss warning system (indirect esp based) with run flat tires -- model yea…424587 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jan 3, 2008
- Models e320, e500, e55, e350, e550, e63, ml350, ml500, ml63, ml320, ml550, gl450, gl320, gl550 with diesel engine om 642 my 2006-2007 -- update engine control module software. *nj2007100003 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2007
- Mercedes-benz - procedure for replacing fuel pump and fuel filter modules . Models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, ml550, gl320, gl450, gl550, r63, r320, r350, r500. Model year all. *nj472052 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 1, 2007
- Mercedes-benz models with mechanical mirrors - lubricate folding mechanism of right and left outside mirrors. *nj2007090001 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 2007
- Rework stainless steel under-ride guards on front and rear bumpers. *nj updated 10/03/07 *nj2007070002 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2007
- Coating formation on gear selector actuator motor (ism motor). *kb2006090001 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2006
- Check command and navigation software and update if necessary. *kb2006080003 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 2006
- Install shim plates between front exhaust system brackets and transmission. *kb2006060005 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2006
- The suspension air pump may not maintain the required amount of air in the system. The vehicle ride height will stay at the suspension's lowest level without being able to be adjus…2006060002 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 1, 2006
- Flow noises from area of power steering pump and/or foaming of power steering oil in reservoir. On mercedes benz ml and r class models. *ak463041 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 26, 2006
- The alternator regulator may fail to prevent voltage values ranging beyond the specified tolerance limits. *tt2005070017 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2006
- Install plate at upper control arm due to off-road use or rough (wash board) surfaces may result in unacceptable noise and vibration in the steering mechanism. *tt2006010005 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 2006
- Driver and passenger front heated seats nonfunctional. *tt9130103 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 28, 2006
- Power closing assist on the tailgate intermittently nonfunctional. *tt722043A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 24, 2006
- Check for spare wheel bolt package (amg wheels - code 787) and supply if necessary. Spare wheel bolt package may be missing due to an error at the factory. *tt2006010002 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Feb 1, 2006
- Learning in selection range sensor not possible after ehs replacement. *tt276065 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 13, 2005
- Tailgate cannot be opened. *tt722053 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 7, 2005