CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 recalls
Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving
Water can collect in the spare tire well of certain Mercedes-Benz ML and GLE SUVs, from roughly 2012 to 2020 model years.
Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location
A software fault in the emergency call system (eCall) can cause the date and time recorded for the system to differ from the actual date and time.
Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk
The Active Curve System (ACS) reservoir in certain vehicles can lose oil when the oil level drops below the minimum.
Most common 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
MBUSA CLAIM #24526507 - 2013 MB AMG ML63 Engine Signed - my vehicle is not drivable due to random sudden engine stalling at highway speeds, electronic failures, gear-shifting lockouts, hazard alert/radar failures, and distronic system crashes. i have spent over $37,000 out-of-pocket at authorized manufacturer service centers, and recurring check engine lights have required multiple flat-bed tows. yet to date, zero safety recalls have been accurately addressed and fixed by the franchise service centers. instead, i have been charged for unnecessary repairs, marked-up parts, and inflated labor rates. subsequent to purchasing, i have driven less than 29,000 miles, yet have been repeatedly pressu
On December 6, 2025 I purchased a used 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG from Jaguar Land Rover Willow Grove (Piazza Auto Group) in Pennsylvania. The delivery documentation for the vehicle included a written service commitment stating: âReplace air compressor for suspension system.â On January 23, 2026 at approximately 6:30 PM, while operating the vehicle at highway speed on the [XXX] in [XXX] , the vehicle experienced a sudden cooling system malfunction. An âEngine Overheat â Shut Off Engineâ warning appeared on the instrument cluster and steam began emitting from the engine compartment. Because the failure occurred while traveling at highway speed, the driver was forced to execute
I was driving from Florida to my home in Washington, DC on September 4th, 2023 on I-95. Somewhere in South Carolina, a message appeared on my display that said the blind spot assistant was disabled. Soon thereafter, my turn signals quit functioning. At first chance, I pulled over and turned the car off hoping it was some kind of computer reset. That worked but only for an hour or so. I made it home ok but not having turn signals was very dangerous and very concerning. I took the car to a local DC Mercedes mechanic who ran a diagnostic but nothing came up because the systems were functioning at the time. He took the car for a drive and they stopped working for him. He said take it to a deal
THE BRAKES ON MY BRAND NEW 2013 MERCEDES BENZ ML 63 AMG SCREETCHES/SQUEALS WHEN SOFT BRAKING TO A STOP. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE MB DEALER IS WESTMINSTER, CO THAT THIS IS NORMAL AND I NEED TO BRAKE HARD IN ORDER TO STOP THE NOISE. THIS AWFUL NOISE DID NOT HAPPEN WHEN I FIRST STARTED DRIVING IT A FEW WEEKS AGO. IT STARTED ONLY RECENTLY AND IT IS GETTING LOUDER AND LOUDER WHEN COMING TO A STOP. THIS COULD BE A POTENTIAL DEFECT WAITING FOR A DISASTER. THIS SHOULDN'T BE HAPPENING TO A CAR THAT IS BRAND NEW AND COSTS OVER $100,000. *TR..UPDATED 01/30/13 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THIS IS NOT AN ISSUE. THE BRAKE NOISE IS APPARENTLY NORMAL FOR AMG BRAKES. THIS IS NOT A POTENTIAL DEFECT MATTER
2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63: Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Engine (2), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 has been fixed?
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