Mercedes-Benz B19B613
Antenna 4 open load Cause Antenna amplifier Remedy Replace the antenna amplifier
Quick answer
For Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS vehicles (2022–2024, US), DTC B19B613 means “Antenna 4 open load.” Mercedes-Benz bulletin LI82.60-P-078155 identifies the antenna amplifier as the cause and specifies replacement of the antenna amplifier as the remedy.
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1. What does B19B613 mean?
For Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS vehicles (2022–2024, US), DTC B19B613 means “Antenna 4 open load.” Mercedes-Benz bulletin LI82.60-P-078155 identifies the antenna amplifier as the cause and specifies replacement of the antenna amplifier as the remedy.
2. Technical explanation
The official manufacturer communication states that B19B613 may be displayed as active and stored in the A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit. It is associated with radio reception interference. The bulletin identifies an antenna-amplifier-related fault condition and directs replacement of the antenna amplifier.
3. What system is affected?
A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit; antenna amplifier; radio antenna reception system.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- Radio reception interference.
- B19B613 may be displayed as active and stored in the A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit.
6. Possible causes
- The verified Mercedes-Benz bulletin identifies the antenna amplifier as the cause.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Arrange diagnosis by an authorized Mercedes-Benz service provider if radio reception interference is present or B19B613 is stored.
- Do not attempt antenna-amplifier replacement unless performed by qualified service personnel.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Verify whether B19B613 is present as active and stored in the A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit.
- Check the vehicle’s eligibility for Mercedes-Benz bulletin LI82.60-P-078155 with a Mercedes-Benz service provider.
11. When to contact service
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz service provider for diagnosis and repair. The verified bulletin specifies antenna-amplifier replacement.
12. What the service center may check
- Confirm radio reception interference.
- Confirm B19B613 is active and stored in the A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit.
- Determine whether the vehicle is covered by the EQE/EQS 2022–2024 US applicability listed for the verified bulletin.
- Replace the antenna amplifier as specified by Mercedes-Benz bulletin LI82.60-P-078155.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Replace the antenna amplifier.
14. Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz EQE · 2022–2024 · US
- Mercedes-Benz EQS · 2022–2024 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- Mercedes-Benz LI82.60-P-078155, reported to NHTSA as Manufacturer Communication 11006699, published August 6, 2024. It addresses radio reception interference with B19B313, B19B413, B19B513, and B19B613 active and stored in the A26/17 MBUX multimedia system control unit. The bulletin identifies the antenna amplifier as the cause and specifies replacement of the antenna amplifier.
16. Recall information
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Verified official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11006699, Mercedes-Benz LI82.60-P-078155: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2020-2024.zip#nhtsa_id=11006699
19. Frequently asked questions
What does Mercedes-Benz code B19B613 mean?
It means “Antenna 4 open load.”
What symptom is associated with B19B613?
The verified Mercedes-Benz bulletin associates this code with radio reception interference.
What repair does Mercedes-Benz specify for B19B613?
The bulletin specifies replacement of the antenna amplifier.
Which vehicles are supported by the verified applicability data?
Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS vehicles, model years 2022 through 2024, in the United States.
Can I drive or charge with B19B613?
Not yet established by verified evidence.