Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4MATIC Recall R/2024/016: Coding Headlamp Control Unit, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 25 Apr 2024
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2342 / 5498208
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled EQE 350 4MATIC vehicles built between 14 October 2022 and 14 October 2022. The coding of the headlamp control unit might not meet specifications. The dealer will update the coding of the headlamp control unit on the affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The coding of the headlamp control unit might not meet specifications.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SRPC2342 - Coding headlamp control unit Defect: On affected vehicles the coding of the headlamp control unit might not meet specifications. Remedy: Update the coding of the headlamp control unit on the affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: coding headlamp control unit.
The Fix
The dealer will update the coding of the headlamp control unit on the affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
EQE 350 4MATIC built between 14 October 2022 and 14 October 2022 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 1 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC2342 / 5498208 or the DVSA reference R/2024/016. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQCOn affected vehicles the adjustment of the headlamps might not meet specifications and blinding of oncoming traffic may not be ruled out | Book soon | R/2023/300 | |
| EQCThe electrical plug connection of the headlights might not be watertight | Book soon | R/2022/135 | |
| E ClassThe software of the headlamps might not meet specifications | Book soon | R/2022/110 | |
| SprinterThe electrical wiring harness pre-installation for the hermes control unit could become stuck between the brake light switch and the brake pedal | Urgent | R/2021/023 | |
| C ClassThe headlight adjustment may not meet the specification | Book soon | R/2020/286 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2024/173 on 23 Apr 2024, for bolting of 48V ground connection. The one launched after it was R/2024/166 on 6 May 2024, for backup function of steering software. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2024.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/016, launched 25 April 2024. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.