NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 11031625: 2012-2016 Mercedes-benz E250

Official manufacturer communication context for 2012-2016 Mercedes-benz E250, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 11031625 summary graphic for 2012-2016 Mercedes-benz E250
11031625NHTSA document ID
Warranty program / extensioncommunication type
8affected 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

Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (MY) 2012-2016 Mercedes-Benz Model 212, 221, X204 and 166 vehicles (E250 BLUETEC, E250 4MATIC BLUETEC, E350 BLUETEC, S350 4MATIC BLUETEC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC, ML250 4MATIC BLUETEC, ML350 4MATIC BLUETEC, GLE300 d 4MATIC and GL350 4MATIC BLUETEC), the warranty on the Pressure Sensor will be extended from the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty of 4 years/50,000 miles to 10 years/120,000 miles. This pressure sensor extended limited warranty applies to all conditions that necessitate the replacement of the pressure sensor under the standard warranty terms and conditions. Please be advised that all pressure sensors being claimed under warranty must have a short test with fault code information (P159600, P047200, P047211, P047214) attached, and will be inspected. All pressure sensors found to be functioning properly or without proper documentation will be returned and the claim debited in full. The following damage codes and parts kit can only be claimed for the replacement of the pressure gauge convertor: Damage Code: 15226 pressure sensor Parts: A0009052706 pressure sensor

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-benzE2502014-2016Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzE3502013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzGl3502013-2016Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzGle300d2016Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzGlk2502013-2015Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzMl2502015Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzMl3502012-2014Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzS3502013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 11031625?

Mercedes-Benz AG (MBAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (MY) 2012-2016 Mercedes-Benz Model 212, 221, X204 and 166 vehicles (E250 BLUETEC, E250 4MATIC BLUETEC, E350 BLUETEC, S350 4MATIC BLUETEC, GLK250 4MATIC BLUETEC, ML250 4MATIC BLUETEC, ML350 4MATIC BLUETEC, GLE300 d 4MATIC and GL350 4MATIC BLUETEC), the warranty on the Pressure Sensor will be extended from.

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

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