Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, for which Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mercedes-Benz ML-Class have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest ML-Class’s Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Owners’ Reviews.
Latest ML-Class’s Issues in the UK
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML-CLASS (2011 – 2018) – THE VEHICLE EMISSIONSon 06/10/2020
MERCEDES-BENZ ML-CLASS (08/11/2011 – 31/05/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The engine control unit software to be updated.
- MERCEDES BENZ ML CLASS – FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY BE DEACTIVATEDon 03/08/2018
MERCEDES BENZ ML CLASS ( 01/07/2014 – 30/09/2016) DEFECT: Under certain conditions the front passenger air bag can be deactivated and may not deploy in […]
- MERCEDES BENZ ML CLASS – THREADED CONNECTION OF THE RIGHT REAR SEAT BELT END FITTING MAY FAIL IN A COLLISIONon 03/08/2018
MERCEDES BENZ ML CLASS ( 01/04/2015 – 31/08/2015) DEFECT: Due to a deviation in the manufacturing process the retaining bolt for the right rear seal belt […]








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