Mercedes Benz Sl500 2009

Model Sl500 made in 2009 by Mercedes Benz got 1 consumer complain as well as 49 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to power train. . Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and electrical system.

Model 2009

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS
SB-91-60-19306/11/201010034306Mercedes: airbag durability and reliability. air bag srs control module (n2/2) does not have a set shelf life and will normally be reliable for the life of a vehicle. with 164, 216 221, 251 and newer, the airbag control unit can be reset11/01/2010
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
LI91-60P-04849012/01/200910033684Mercedes (xentry): srs lamp lights up. fault code b1859 + b1860 stored in airbag control unit. resistance at steering column tube module connector (14-pin) (n80) of driver airbag ignition circuit too high. disconnect electrical lines fr09/10/2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
32502903/31/2009PB-32-50-29A10016687Abc visit workshop displayed in instrument cluster and hydraulic fluid leakage. *tt updated 5/14/09. models 215, 220 and 230. model years unknown. *pe09/27/2005
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
SC-201207000209/01/201210048279Mercedes: camshaft adjustment solenoid may leak oil due to settling properties of seal and the engine wiring harness will be retrofitted with four adapter harnesses as a precautionary measure. models 2005-2011 164, 171, 203, 204, 207, 20912/17/2012
SC-201207000209/01/2012SC-2012070002A10048279Mercedes: camshaft adjustment solenoid may leak oil due to settling properties of seal and the engine wiring harness will be retrofitted with four adapter harnesses as a precautionary measure. models 2005-2011 164, 171, 203, 204, 207, 20912/17/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
LI-03-3003/30/201110041208Ready09/20/2011
LI-03-3003/30/201110041208Mercedes benz: engine light is on with stored trouble codes. *rm09/20/2011
LI-05-20-P05/31/201110039256Ready07/13/2011
LI-05-20-P05/31/201110039256Mercedes-benz: the malfunction light is on with multiple possible trouble codes stored. there could be a problem with the camshaft and/or scoring of a piston. *rm07/13/2011
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB-200902000403/01/200910030665Mercedes: it has been determined that the tele aid may not function properly as a result of a hardware fault in the tele aid control module. if this condition exists an instrument cluster message of no service and tele aid inoperable will11/09/2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
LI-82-10/598B10/01/200910036933Xentry (mercedes benz): replacing exterior light bulbs. exterior lights. li did not match dtb from which it was created. (main remedy for repair was missing.) *pe04/20/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
LI-88-7003/06/201110041066Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences. *rm09/19/2011
LI-88-7003/06/201110041066Ready09/19/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
LI-88-7003/06/201110041066Ready09/19/2011
LI-88-7003/06/201110041066Mercedes benz: the turn signal light on the mirror fogs up due to temperature differences. *rm09/19/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LI-27-60-P04927004/04/201110038977Mercedes-benz: the auto-transmission switches to limp home mode or has no power. there are multiple possible fault codes. a piston may be damaged. *rm06/29/2011
LI-27-60-P04927004/04/201110038977Ready06/29/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
LI-27-60-P05177305/02/201110039254Mercedes-benz: there is a transmission trouble code stored. it is a diagnostic problem with the wet start-up clutch. *rm07/13/2011
LI-27-60-P05177305/02/201110039254Ready07/13/2011
SEAT BELTS
40-P-05279404/20/201210044222Mercedes benz: front or rear seat belt does not roll up correctly. dirt deposits on the seat belt guide due to soiled seat belt. also included models 169, f cell, 246, and 231. no model years given. *js05/23/2012
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
PB-42-46-10212/19/200810028644Mercedes: vehicle fails star diagnosis test; inspect brake system for air. models 230, 219, and 211. model years 2003-2009. *pe05/12/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
LI-42-4603/17/201010034488Xentry(mercedes): sbc control unit cannot be programmed. the sbc control unit is aborted at 20% progress. due to a defective electronic component in the sbc module, communication between the sbc module and the sbc control unit (a7/3n1) is11/19/2010
PB-42-46-10212/19/200810028644Mercedes: vehicle fails star diagnosis test; inspect brake system for air. models 230, 219, and 211. model years 2003-2009. *pe05/12/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER
TSB-42-10-10906/15/200910030929Mercedes: corrosion protection coatings for brake components and hardware may be damaged and or stripped away if highly concentrated acid based cleaners are used. once the corrosion protection is damaged or removed the brake components an12/22/2009
STEERING
PB-46-20-16E02/27/200910028587Mercedes: leaks at steering gear control head connection to high or low pressure lines or leaks at internal steering lines of control head connection to steering gear housing. models 171, 203, 204, 209, 211, 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, and 205/11/2009
STEERING - COLUMN
LI91-60P-04849012/01/200910033684Mercedes (xentry): srs lamp lights up. fault code b1859 + b1860 stored in airbag control unit. resistance at steering column tube module connector (14-pin) (n80) of driver airbag ignition circuit too high. disconnect electrical lines fr09/10/2010
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
PB-46-20-16E02/27/200910028587Mercedes: leaks at steering gear control head connection to high or low pressure lines or leaks at internal steering lines of control head connection to steering gear housing. models 171, 203, 204, 209, 211, 215, 216, 219, 220, 221, and 205/11/2009
SUSPENSION
PB-32-50-35C02/22/200810028626Mercedes: the vehicle's suspension level randomly lowering while driving and/or rapid sporadic level changes shortly after stopping the vehicle, replace the body acceleration sensors. models 215.3, 220, and 230. model years unknown.05/12/2009
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR
200807000508/01/200810027829Mercedes benz: replace rear axle differential in models 219 and 230; model years 2009. the rear differential may have been filled with the incorrect gear oil. *pe02/11/2009
SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Ready05/23/2011
SB-32-25-8211/19/201010037408Mercedes-benz: shock absorber procedure. *rm05/23/2011
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB-200902000403/01/200910030665Mercedes: it has been determined that the tele aid may not function properly as a result of a hardware fault in the tele aid control module. if this condition exists an instrument cluster message of no service and tele aid inoperable will11/09/2009

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
07/01/200915000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mercedes sl500. the contact stated that whenever the vehicle was parked in sunny weather, the shifter would heat up to temperatures in excess of 150 degrees making it difficult to safely operate the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was told there was no solution to the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 15,000. the current mileage was approximately 20,000.