2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350

17 recalls — 78 complaints

22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
22V955000 Dec 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage ... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 202... Read more
348,183 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
19V787000 Nov 1, 2019
COMMUNICATION
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models... Read more
Consequence
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-80... Read more
24,226 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
18V272000 Apr 27, 2018
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML350 Bluetec 4Matic and ML550 4Matic, 2012-2015 ML63 AMG 4Matic and ML350 4Matic, 2013-2016 GL350 Bluetec 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and GL63 AMG 4Matic, 2017 GLS350d 4Matic, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4Matic and GLS63 AMG 4Matic, 2015 ML400 4Mati... Read more
Consequence
The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall i... Read more
9,725 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V177000 Mar 14, 2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350... Read more
Consequence
If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
51 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
17V177000 Mar 14, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350 vehicles, 2014 CLS550, E350 4Matic, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E350... Read more
Consequence
If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
51 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
12E028000 Aug 9, 2012
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain accessory all-season floor mats sold for use in model year 2012 and 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class vehicles. This all-season floor mat may not fully conform to the contour of the vehicle's floor plan as intended. Clearance between the mat and the gas pedal may be re... Read more
Consequence
This interference could prevent the gas pedal from retracting and the vehicle may not decelerate as expected when the driver lifts their foot from the gas pedal, which could increase the risk of a crash. Should the pedal become trapped, steady application of the brakes will allow the vehicle to be ... Read more
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the floor mats free of charge. Until replacement mats become available, consumers are advised to remove their floor mats from the vehicle. The safety recall began on December 21, 2012. Only vehicles equipped with the accessory floor mats ... Read more
8,879 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.

Complaint Statistics

78 total complaints 4 crashes 3 fires 6 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5
POWER TRAIN5
STEERING4
SERVICE BRAKES4
SEAT BELTS3
AIR BAGS3
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Jan 15, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle lane. The driver was able to push the vehicle safely to the roadside. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, w... Read more
ENGINE Jan 15, 2026
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle lane. The driver was able to push the vehicle safely to the roadside. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, w... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 17, 2025
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
Good morning ! I am an owner of a 2013 ML 350 . I live in San Diego ,CA ,92103 . I was driving my car on [XXX] and it was raining a lot . After around 30 miles I got to my destination parking area and my car died 20 feet away from the parking zone .I tried to reignite it but it wouldn’t start . ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 17, 2025
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
Good morning ! I am an owner of a 2013 ML 350 . I live in San Diego ,CA ,92103 . I was driving my car on [XXX] and it was raining a lot . After around 30 miles I got to my destination parking area and my car died 20 feet away from the parking zone .I tried to reignite it but it wouldn’t start . ... Read more
ENGINE Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Aug 17, 2025
The engine locked up after blowing the top part of the engine off, fire shot out of the engine and quickly went out like a flam thrower. I was driving on the expressway when the accelerator would not work without any warning I didn’t have any issues with this truck. The car cut off immediately tha... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
Brake Booster failure, this vehicle is exhibiting the EXACT same symptoms as described in Recall Campaign: Campaign No. 2024050001, May 2024 TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS SUBJECT: Model GL-Class, ML-Class, and R-Class (X164, W164 and 251 platform) Model Year 2006 – 2012 Inspect Brake Booster – ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 1, 2025
Incident date: Jul 11, 2025
Fuel system failed carbon and shut off without any notification while driving two times put me at risk of getting hit both times as the vehicle was not in a safe spot. This has been confirmed at the dealership where my vehicle is at this point. It has been inspected by the dealership in Georgetown, ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 25, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
On [XXX], while driving on the highway about 30 miles from Columbus, Ohio my 2013 Mercedez Benz ML350 suddenly stalled and lost power. There was no prior warning. Luckily, we were in the outer lane with no car close behind us so my husband slowly guided the car to the side road. The car has since be... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 25, 2024
Incident date: Dec 20, 2024
On [XXX], while driving on the highway about 30 miles from Columbus, Ohio my 2013 Mercedez Benz ML350 suddenly stalled and lost power. There was no prior warning. Luckily, we were in the outer lane with no car close behind us so my husband slowly guided the car to the side road. The car has since be... Read more
STRUCTURE Dec 2, 2024
Incident date: Nov 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that there was water on the floor below the front driver’s side. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer because the battery was drained. The contact stated that while the vehicle was placed onto th... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Oct 15, 2024
Incident date: Oct 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH as the contact depressed the brake pedal, he felt that the brake pedal was soft and he had to depress the pedal with more force to stop. No warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehi... Read more
ENGINE Sep 24, 2024
Incident date: Sep 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while adding washer fluid to the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was oil leaking from the upper timing chain covers down onto the alternator. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 18, 2024
Incident date: May 13, 2024
Started to have an issue with the blind spot assist showing inoperable. Shortly after depending on the outside temperature the AC would start shutting off and on. The days the temperature was above 95 degrees the AC would suddenly stop working. Took the vehicle to the dealer for AC service. Dealer r... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Jul 18, 2024
Incident date: May 13, 2024
Started to have an issue with the blind spot assist showing inoperable. Shortly after depending on the outside temperature the AC would start shutting off and on. The days the temperature was above 95 degrees the AC would suddenly stop working. Took the vehicle to the dealer for AC service. Dealer r... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 11, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH, the transmission shifted from second to third gear and was slipping. The contact stated that the transmission had previously been replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Apr 6, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
Both the front distronic system,which controls adaptive cruise control and emergency braking, and the blind spot warning have failed. Failure of both systems is usually caused by water getting into the respective control units related to poor sealing allowing water to enter and causing the systems t... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Apr 6, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
Both the front distronic system,which controls adaptive cruise control and emergency braking, and the blind spot warning have failed. Failure of both systems is usually caused by water getting into the respective control units related to poor sealing allowing water to enter and causing the systems t... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Apr 6, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
Both the front distronic system,which controls adaptive cruise control and emergency braking, and the blind spot warning have failed. Failure of both systems is usually caused by water getting into the respective control units related to poor sealing allowing water to enter and causing the systems t... Read more
STEERING Mar 31, 2024
Incident date: Mar 30, 2024
Power Steering Motor snapped from the casing while driving. Seems like a defective casting.
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 8, 2023
Incident date: Nov 7, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - Brake How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? - Car didn't stop upon pressing on the brake pedel. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service cen... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 27, 2023
Incident date: Sep 22, 2023
I STOPPED TO GET GAS AT A CLUB STORE & LEFT ON A FULL TANK. RIGHT AFTER LEAVING THE PUMP I PULLED ASIDE IN THE PARKING LOT TO GET SITUATED AND AFTER TURNING ON THE HEATER I BEGAN TO DRIVE AWAY AND THEN I STARTED SMELLING SOMETHING WEIRD ABOUT THE SAME TIME I NOTICED A THIN CLOUD OF WHITE SMOKE AND ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 31, 2023
Incident date: Aug 30, 2023
Turn signals stop working after driving a mile or so. If possible, I turn the car off and on. Turn signals work but fail again within a few miles. Hazard light work even when the turn signals fail. I’ve read this is a common issue searching the internet. Definitely a safety concern
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Feb 18, 2023
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
Blind spot inoperative message appeared while driving. Upon doing diagnosis with OBDII tester a fault was found with the left rear radar unit. There seem to be many social media accounts of these units failing due to water intrusion from apparently poor or defective water sealing. This may cause lan... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 7, 2023
Incident date: Jan 28, 2023
The brake booster failed while driving and I almost got in an accident. The brakes did not fully work and started pulsating almost like if the antilock system engaged. The brake booster was leaking air around the piston that attaches to the brake pedal. You could hear the air leaking when the pedal ... Read more
SUSPENSION Jan 17, 2023
Incident date: Feb 17, 2018
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into drive(D), the vehicle would not accelerate above 15 MPH. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 15 MPH. The contact pulled ove... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 14, 2022
Incident date: Jun 13, 2022
The contact owned a 2013 Mercedes Benz ML350. The contact stated that the vehicle was stopped waiting for traffic to pass when a second vehicle suddenly crashed into the front end of the vehicle. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged and the vehicle was destroyed but no... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 24, 2022
Incident date: Jun 8, 2021
2013 ML350 STRONG MOLDY SMELL IN CAR WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING, CHANGE AIR /CABIN FILTER SEVERAL TIMES SMELL STOP FOR A WHLE AND THEN COME BACK. CHECK FOR WATER OR LEAKING FOUND NOTHING. IF I GOOD TO THE MERCEDES THIS GOING TO COST ME A LOT OF MONEY FOR THEM LOOK OR TO FIND THE PROBLEM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 9, 2022
Incident date: Apr 23, 2022
2013 Mercedes Benz ML350 (W166) engine (m276) began misfiring. Palm Springs Mercedes Benz diagnosed faulty camshaft positioning sensor leaking engine oil into engine electrical harness which wicked through harness to ECU. Faulty (leaking) camshaft positioning sensor caused faulty harness, ECU, injec... Read more
ENGINE May 9, 2022
Incident date: Apr 23, 2022
2013 Mercedes Benz ML350 (W166) engine (m276) began misfiring. Palm Springs Mercedes Benz diagnosed faulty camshaft positioning sensor leaking engine oil into engine electrical harness which wicked through harness to ECU. Faulty (leaking) camshaft positioning sensor caused faulty harness, ECU, injec... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 22, 2022
Incident date: Apr 8, 2021
I participated in the Emission Recall Campaign 2020050014. I have a 2013 ML350BlueTec. I have been back to the dealer 10 times to fix my car after the recall was performed. The check engine continues to return in an on (orange light) position after only a few days. On trip 5 my car could not acc... Read more
ENGINE Dec 9, 2021
Incident date: Jun 4, 2021
The seal for the oil cooler is leaking and could cause an engine fire. The Mercedes repair says they only expect this repair to last 30,000 miles before it fails again. Each time this fix occurs it is a $4,800 repair by the dealer as they have to tear the engine apart to replace it. This is a known ... Read more
STEERING Jan 19, 2021
Incident date: Nov 19, 2020
I BROUGHT MY MERCEDES TO AN INDEPENDANT MERCEDES SPECIALIST FOR A LUBRICATION SERVICE. THEY NOTICED A BOLT BROKEN FROM THE STEERING GEAR. THEY GAVE ME THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN MERCEDES CAMPAIGN NO. 2019080019 AND TOLD ME I SHOULD CONTACT MY LOCAL MERCEDES NEW CAR DEALER FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS. ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 5, 2020
Incident date: Apr 19, 2020
WARNING SIGN COMES UP : BLIND SPOT ASSIST INOPERATIVE . WHEN THE WARNING SIGN COMES UP THE RIGHT AND LEFT BLIND SPOTS IN THE MIRROR REMAIN LIGHT UP AND ALSO I AM NOT ABLE TO SIGNAL TO CHANGE LINES . THESE HAPPENED ALREADY 3 TIMES OVER PAST 3 MONTHS AND LASTS FOR HOURS WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY . I TRY T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 5, 2020
Incident date: Apr 19, 2020
WARNING SIGN COMES UP : BLIND SPOT ASSIST INOPERATIVE . WHEN THE WARNING SIGN COMES UP THE RIGHT AND LEFT BLIND SPOTS IN THE MIRROR REMAIN LIGHT UP AND ALSO I AM NOT ABLE TO SIGNAL TO CHANGE LINES . THESE HAPPENED ALREADY 3 TIMES OVER PAST 3 MONTHS AND LASTS FOR HOURS WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY . I TRY T... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 2, 2020
Incident date: Apr 1, 2020
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY 3O3 SURPRISE AZ 85388 TIME TO 2:15 PM APRIL 1, 2020 THE SUNROOF ON MY 2013 MERCEDES BENZ ML 350 SUNROOF BLOW UP LIKE SOMEBODY SHOT A GUN GOOD THING I HAD THE LID CLOSED AND THE GLASS DIDN'T FELL ON MY FACE OTHERWISE IT WOULD'VE BEEN A DISASTER
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT Sep 9, 2019
Incident date: Sep 6, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT HEADREST FAILED TO GO DOWN AND REMAINED STUCK IN THE UP POSITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE WAS 5'5" AND WOULD NOT BE PROTECTED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF P... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 2, 2019
Incident date: May 31, 2019
VEHICLE HAS 129,000 MILES. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, MOSTLY NOTICEABLE WHEN FUEL IS LOWER IN THE TANK AND/OR ON AN INCLINE, RPM DROPS TO ZERO, NO AMOUNT OF PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL DOES ANYTHING UNTIL THE ENGINE SPEED PICKS UP, USUALLY WITH A JERK FORWARD. MAKES GOING ONTO A BUSY STR... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 2, 2019
Incident date: May 31, 2019
VEHICLE HAS 129,000 MILES. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, MOSTLY NOTICEABLE WHEN FUEL IS LOWER IN THE TANK AND/OR ON AN INCLINE, RPM DROPS TO ZERO, NO AMOUNT OF PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL DOES ANYTHING UNTIL THE ENGINE SPEED PICKS UP, USUALLY WITH A JERK FORWARD. MAKES GOING ONTO A BUSY STR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 2, 2019
Incident date: May 31, 2019
VEHICLE HAS 129,000 MILES. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, MOSTLY NOTICEABLE WHEN FUEL IS LOWER IN THE TANK AND/OR ON AN INCLINE, RPM DROPS TO ZERO, NO AMOUNT OF PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL DOES ANYTHING UNTIL THE ENGINE SPEED PICKS UP, USUALLY WITH A JERK FORWARD. MAKES GOING ONTO A BUSY STR... Read more
STEERING Apr 12, 2019
Incident date: Mar 30, 2019
I WAS DRIVING MY MERCEDES IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA AND HAD ONLY MINUTES GOTTEN OFF OF AN EXTREMELY BUSY 400. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF EXITING MY POWER STEERING COMPLETELY WENT OUT. I WAS 80 MILES FROM HOME AND HAD A CAR FULL OF YOUNG WOMEN. I SHUTTER TO THINK WHAT COULD'VE HAPPENED BARELY 10 MINUTES SOO... Read more
STEERING Mar 25, 2019
Incident date: Mar 20, 2019
STEERING COLUMN MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. 400,000-500,000 RECALL ALREADY IN UK, 2017 RECALLED-IT AFFECTS 2013 MODELS ALSO JUST LIKE THE UK RECALL. CAR WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PARK OR REVERSE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 25, 2019
Incident date: Mar 20, 2019
STEERING COLUMN MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. 400,000-500,000 RECALL ALREADY IN UK, 2017 RECALLED-IT AFFECTS 2013 MODELS ALSO JUST LIKE THE UK RECALL. CAR WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PARK OR REVERSE
ENGINE Feb 5, 2019
Incident date: Feb 1, 2019
OIL CAP FROM THE TOP OF THE ENGINE LEAK OIL SLOWLY CAUSING THE OIL GET INTO THE AIR HOSE IN FRONT OF THE ENGINE. ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 31, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
MOLDY SMELL IN THE CAR. I TRIED TO TALK TO MERCEDES, AND THEY SAY THEY WOULD FIX MOLDY SMELL ON AIR CONDITIONER FOR FEE- IT'S 70000$ VEHICLE, I TRIED THAT ALREADY AND SMELL CAME BACK. SO THERE IS SOMETHING MORE THEN AIR CONDITIONER. PLEASE HELP! THIS IS GOING ON FROM 2014 WHILE CAR WAS UNDER WARRAN... Read more
ENGINE Nov 19, 2018
Incident date: Nov 2, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE OIL COOLER FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF OIL LEAKED ONTO THE ENGINE DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. SULLIVAN-PARKHILL IMPORTS (401 WEST MARKETVIEW DRIVE, CHA... Read more
SEAT BELTS Sep 12, 2018
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND ABOUT 5 SECONDS LATER, A LOUD NOISE CAME PROBABLY FROM THE ENGINE. THE CAR THEN STARTED JOLTING BACK AND FORTH; I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL TWICE AND GOT ALMOST KNOCKED OUT. THE ENGINE STOPPED WHILE I WAS STILL RUNNING AT 7... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE Sep 12, 2018
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND ABOUT 5 SECONDS LATER, A LOUD NOISE CAME PROBABLY FROM THE ENGINE. THE CAR THEN STARTED JOLTING BACK AND FORTH; I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL TWICE AND GOT ALMOST KNOCKED OUT. THE ENGINE STOPPED WHILE I WAS STILL RUNNING AT 7... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 16, 2018
Incident date: Aug 6, 2018
AFTER PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND DRIVE LESS THAN 1000 FT THE CAR FILLED WITH SMOKE TURNED IN FLAMES AND FIRE AND THEN BURNT TO THE GROUND. MBZ DID AN INSPECTION AND INFORMED ME THERE WAS NO FAULT WITH THE VEHICLE. THEY REFUTED AND DENIED EVERYTHING I TOLD THEM AND STATED THEY HAD NO EVIDENCE O... Read more
Fire 1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Aug 6, 2018
Incident date: Jul 29, 2018
THE LEFT AND RIGHT TURN SIGNAL FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. IT WAS A PRE-OWNED CAR WHICH I PURCHASED FROM MYRTLE BEACH AUTOMOTIVE ON JULY 28, 2018. HOWEVER, THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIGNAL MALFUNCTION OCCURRED NEXT DAY JULY 29, 30, 31 AND AUG 1 WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS. ON AUG 2, THE CAR WAS I... Read more
ENGINE Jul 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 11, 2018
I KEEP EXPERIENCING THE "PRE-SAFE LIMITED" WARNING. THE CAR BREAK STARTS FADING, AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON THE WORKING CONDITIONS. THIS SITUATION IS SO UNSAFE BECAUSE THE CAR BECOMES HEAVY AND THE STEERING TURNS HARD TO MANEUVER.

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EPA Fuel Economy — 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 7-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 18.0 23.0 20.0 Premium $3,450

CO2 Emissions: 444.0 g/mile (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 across all model years (2010–2015).

79 Total Recalls
587 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
60 Reported Crashes
13 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2015 16 77 View
2014 16 104 View
2013 (current) 17 78
2012 16 91 View
2011 7 125 View
2010 7 112 View

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