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NHTSA Service Bulletin 11018530: 2015-2025 Mercedes-benz C 300

Official manufacturer communication context for 2015-2025 Mercedes-benz C 300, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

11018530NHTSA document ID

Warranty program / extensioncommunication type

15affected product rows

90/100quality score

Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

Complaint Check engine light illuminated Fault code stored in N3/10 control unit- P052E71 Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance: The valve for crankcase ventilation has a malfunction Cause The partial-load ventilation valve (a part of the intake line assembly) may not work as intended. Remedy **Important** Replacement of the engine wiring harness or control unit is not needed if oil is found at the electrical connection of the crankcase ventilation valve or control unit. Replacement is only allowed if other symptoms or faults are present. Perform either remedy A or remedy B depending on the model Remedy A: SLK/SLC300, C350e hybrid, and GLC350e hybrid Perform guided test for fault code P052E71. Replace intake line assembly if necessary per results of the guided test. Software is not planned for models SLK/SLC300, C350e, and GLC350e. Remedy B: All other vehicles- (Replacement of intake line assembly is not required.) 1- Perform software update for N3/10 Engine control unit. 2- Remove upper engine cover. 3- Unclip ME-SFI control unit (N3/10) with bracket and place to one side with connected lines (see AR07.08-P-7013MRD). 4- Release and disconnect electrical connector (4) of partial-load operation crankcase ventilation valve (Y58/2). 5- Fit cap A094 545 50 03 on electrical connector (4) of engine wiring harness partial load operation crankcase ventilation valve (Y58/2) and ensure correct seating on plug of electrical connector (4). 6- Strap down electrical line (4) of partial load operation crankcase ventilation system valve (Y58/2) at wiring harness. Ensure that electrical line (4) is routed free of tension. 7- Clip in ME-SFI[ ME] control unit (N3/10) with bracket, ensure control unit is correctly seated at attachment points. New software part numbers: 2015-2017 C300 w/722.9 transmission- 2749021202 2749031506 2016-2018 C300 and GLC300 w/725 transmission- 2749021802 2749031806 2019 GLC300- 2749020802 2749031306 2017-2018 E300- 2749021902 2749031906 2019 E300- 2749020702 2749031206 This LI is in relation to NCU dated 8/31/2023 "Emission Extended Warranty Intake Line Assembly".

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

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note

Mercedes-benzC 3002018Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzC 350 E2018-2020Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzC3002015-2017Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzC350e2016, 2017Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzE 3002018, 2019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzE 3502020-2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzE 350 4matic2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzE3002016, 2017Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzGlc 3002018, 2019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzGlc 350 E2018, 2020, 2021Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzGlc3002016, 2017Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzGlc350e2019Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSlc 3002018-2020Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSlc3002016, 2017Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Mercedes-benzSlk3002016Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

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 11018530?

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.

Check the exact VIN before you buy

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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