Mercedes-Benz S 500 prices

Issue A software update will be performed that provides enhancements to the robustness and system stability of the communication module. The update is free of charge and runs in the background, which takes about 8 minutes to install. During this time, the vehicle can be driven without any restrictions, and the new software will be active with the next ignition cycle. Remedy MBUSA will conduct an OTA service campaign. Remote software updates are automatically downloaded and installed in the customer’s vehicle free of charge and do not require a dealer visit.

Issue On the subject vehicles, the transmission control unit (VGS) in the automatic transmission does not conform to current production specifications. It is possible that the polarities of the magnets in the transmission control unit (VGS) could have been incorrectly installed, leading to potential shift quality issues and gear lockouts. Remedy MBUSA will conduct a service campaign. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the software of the electric controller unit "fully integrated transmission control" in the affected vehicles.

Issue On the subject vehicles, the software of the electronic ignition switch control unit does not correspond to current production configuration. There is a possibility that various fault profiles may occur, such as sporadic discharge of the 12 V battery. Remedy MBUSA will conduct a service campaign. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will update the software of the EIS control unit in the affected vehicles.

Complaint Slight creaking noises when steering. Cause Noises may come from one or more sleeves of the horn contact plate. Remedy Remove the horn contact plate and check the sleeves for noise; see attached video. If necessary, apply lubricant to the sleeves.

Complaint Customer complaints relating to automatic transmission 725.0 (NAG3 Classic /9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission) and 725.1 (NAG3 facelift/9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission facelift) For faster, more effective and more targeted diagnosis, Intelligent Predictive Repair (IPR) has been developed and integrated into XENTRY Diagnosis. This ensures an automated diagnosis process. Cause As part of the on‑going quality monitoring process and associated quality and damaged part appraisals, a high number of ineffective repairs have been discovered. Such ineffective repairs have a negative impact on all those involved. For the customer, it means high costs and long repair times and for the dealer, it may result in the warranty claim being rejected. Remedy General note: IPR is available for: ‑ NAG3 Classic (automatic transmission 725.0) ‑ NAG3 Classic ‑ AMG sport model (AMG 43 and AMG 53 with converter, automatic transmission 725.0) ‑ NAG3 Classic ‑ Hybrid (automatic transmission 725.0) ‑ NAG