Purple square with a vertical line and a star displayed on the dashboard of the W205.

[TigerDrummer]

Has anyone experienced this? I have seen that it could be attributed to various factors; nevertheless, are there any prevalent issues?

[rauman]

Photographic evidence or it is unsubstantiated...

[Lemmand]

Consult the guidebook for the cluster display, which should provide the necessary information.
Alternatively, as previously mentioned, a photograph would be beneficial.

[NightHawk47]

The "very clever Mercedes-Me" may be alerting you that Christmas is approaching and that you need to get the remaining gifts.
The Star signifies the forthcoming event.
The purple square symbolises a gift-wrapped package.

The demarcation between them is the chronology.

 

[BrambleBurt]

Artificial Intelligence proposes this.


The purple square including a vertical line and a star symbol (which manifests as a purple vertical line and a star on the display) signifies a sensor or electronic control unit alert in your Mercedes W205.
This is a generic alert, frequently associated with a malfunction in a particular system, and it is generally accompanied by an additional message on the dashboard that delineates the precise issue.


Proposed Measures
Verify for an associated message: The primary dashboard interface will probably exhibit language (e.g., "Inoperative", "Refer to Owner's Manual") elucidating the particular system experiencing a malfunction (e.g., Active Brake Assist, ESP, or a designated sensor).
Reinitiate the vehicle. Occasionally, the problem may stem from a transient electronic malfunction that can be rectified by powering down the vehicle, removing the key for around 30 seconds, and thereafter restarting the engine.
Exercise vigilance while driving: This indicator, when yellow or purple, indicates caution rather than an immediate red-level safety danger, allowing you to proceed to a safe place or an authorised repair facility.
Seek the assistance of a technician: Due to the symbol's ambiguity, a diagnostic scan tool (OBD-II scanner) is required to ascertain the exact error code and root cause.

[Maidaser]

Does it appear as such?

[Maidaser]

[BrambleBurt]

I recognised the familiarity; it has prompted my recollection. It appears that AI still has considerable progress to make.

[Lemmand]

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[Lemmand]

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