NHTSA Service Bulletin 10252837: 2023, 2024 Mercedes-benz Amg Glc43
Official manufacturer communication context for 2023, 2024 Mercedes-benz Amg Glc43, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.
Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.
Check right tailgate, rework if necessary Check/test procedure 1. Remove top center rear spoiler. For basic data, see AR72.20-P-4000WT. 2. Check outer top right of rear-end door for constriction and crack formation (Figure 1). a. No crack or sheet metal constriction present on outer right of rear-end door: End measure. b. Crack or sheet metal constriction present on outer right of rear-end door: Carry out work procedure. Work procedure 1. Remove side spoiler on right rear-end door. For basic data, see AR72.20-P-4000WT. The right side spoiler must be replaced. 2. Drill off crack/sheet metal constriction on outer right of rear-end door at ends using a 23 mm drill bit. 3. Clean rear-end door in processed area, apply anticorrosion protection, and rework/seal the crack with seam sealant. Ensure cavity preservation according to manufacturer's specifications. 4. Assemble in reverse order.
What this bulletin may mean before buying
Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.
Affected products listed in this communication
Buyer checklist
- Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
- Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
- Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
- Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
- Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.
Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA service bulletin 10252837?
Check right tailgate, rework if necessary Check/test procedure 1. Remove top center rear spoiler. For basic data, see AR72.20-P-4000WT. 2. Check outer top right of rear-end door for constriction and crack formation (Figure 1). a. No crack or sheet metal constriction present on outer right of rear-end door: End measure. b. Crack or sheet metal constriction present on outer right of rear-end door: Carry out work.
Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?
No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.
How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?
Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.
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