NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 11032701: 2020-2026 Mercedes Benz Amg Gle53

Official manufacturer communication context for 2020-2026 Mercedes Benz Amg Gle53, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 11032701 summary graphic for 2020-2026 Mercedes Benz Amg Gle53
11032701NHTSA document ID
Manufacturer communicationcommunication type
36affected 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 Despite the IC message shown in these complaints, the primary low-beam function is not restricted. Complaint No. 1: Sporadic "Headlamp Inoperative" message in the instrument cluster (IC), fault code in control unit N10/6 FSAM: U118A02 communication with the left headlamp range adjustment control unit is faulty. General signal fault. or U118A08 Communication with the left headlamp range adjustment control unit is faulty. Faulty signal or faulty message. Complaint No. 2: The instrument cluster (IC) displays the message "Adaptive High Beam Assist inoperative"; fault code present in LED control unit E1n11 or E2n11: B178392 "LED driving light actuation" control unit is faulty. Function or command is faulty. Cause Complaint No. 1: software fault. Complaint No. 2: undervoltage threshold value set inappropriately during vehicle start. Remedy For complaint No. 1 and No. 2: Perform a software update on all headlamp and LED control units: E1n9, E1n11, E2n9 and E2n11 If the fault persists: For complaint No. 1: Replace HLI E1n9 control unit. For complaint No. 2: Replace PXL E1n11 or E2n11 control unit. Note: Headlamps must not be replaced for these complaints.

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Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
Mercedes BenzAmg Gle53 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzAmg Gle63 S 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzAmg Gls63 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzGle 3502026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzGle 450e 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzGle 580 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzGls 450 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes BenzGls 580 4matic2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle532021-2024Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle53 4matic2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle53 4matic Coupe2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle53 Coupe2021, 2022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle63 S2021-2024Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle63 S 4matic Coupe2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gle63 S Coupe2021, 2022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gls632020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzAmg Gls63 4matic2025Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Mercedes-benzGle 3502020-2024Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

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  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
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Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 11032701?

Complaint Despite the IC message shown in these complaints, the primary low-beam function is not restricted. Complaint No. 1: Sporadic "Headlamp Inoperative" message in the instrument cluster (IC), fault code in control unit N10/6 FSAM: U118A02 communication with the left headlamp range adjustment control unit is faulty. General signal fault. or U118A08 Communication with the left headlamp range adjustment control.

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?

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