CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class recalls
Most common 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MERCEDES BENZ ML350. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS REPAIRED IN 2003 ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 08V465000 (STEERING: HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST: HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS); HOWEVER, THE STEERING WAS NEVER CORRECTED PROPERLY. THE STEERING MAKES A LOUD NOISE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. THE CONTACT RECENTLY RECEIVED A SECOND RECALL NOTICE AND SHE WILL TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,642.
I WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER DOOR SIDE ON 8/6/05 BY A CAR RUNNING A RED LIGHT. MY CAR WAS HIT SO HARD IT ROLLED OVER RESTING ON IT'S ROOF. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, NOT EVEN SIDE ONES. I CALLED MB-USA TO COMPLAIN. THEY DIDN'T SEEM CONCERNED ABOUT THE EVENT. *NM
SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IT CONTINUES TO HESITATE AND STALL OUT GIVING A "START ERROR" ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. HAD CONFIRMED BY THE SERVICE MANAGER, GERRY GRIFFITH (CAR PURCHASED IN INDIANAPOLIS, RECENT MOVE TO ALABAMA), THAT THE MODEL M-CLASS HAS PROBLEMS WITH THIS ISSUE. JUST HAD TO SPEND $1000+ ON A "FIX" AND THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING SINCE THE BEGINNING OF PURCHASING THE CAR. DETAILED SERVICE RECORDS ARE NOT GIVEN TO THE CUSTOMER ONLY A BRIEF SYNOPSIS AND ALL WORK IS NOT INCLUDED IN THAT REPORT, I.E., THE ACTUAL TESTING CODES, ETC. *JB
JUST AS REPORTED IN CONSUMER REPORTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS FAILED ON THIS VEHICLE CAUSING ALL SAFETY SYSTEMS (IE., BRAKE ASSIST, SAFETY BELTS, AIR BAGS) TO FAIL. THE PROBLEM CAUSED TWO ACCIDENTS LAST YEAR WHEN THE 4,400 LB. VEHICLE COULD NOT STOP. OTHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ARE ALSO FAILING. FURTHER, THE REAR GATE LATCH WAS NOT LOCKING AND THE DEALER NEVER VERBALLY TOLD US WHEN WE PICKED UP THE VEHICLE FROM BEING SERVICED, NOR DID THEY EVER ASK IF WE WANTED IT FIXED. WE JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT THIS. ONE WOULD EXPECT MORE FROM A MERCEDES PRODUCT. AFTER THE TRUCK WAS "FIXED" TWICE, WE THEN PAID TO HAVE IT GONE OVER ($300) AND FOUND THE PROBLEM WITH THE SAFETY SYSTEMS WHICH HAD BEEN NOTED AS BEI
I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN MAY OF THIS YEAR AND EVERY MONTH I HAVE BEEN AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TURNING IT IN FOR ONE PROBLEM OR ANOTHER. I AM ASSURED THEY ARE DOING ALL THAT THEY CAN BUT I HAVE NOT GONE 30 DAYS IN A ROW WITH A FUNCTIONING, NO PROBLEM, VEHICLE. I PURCHASED A MB BECAUSE I THOUGHT THE VALUE AND DEPENDABILITY WAS THERE. I THOUGHT THE VEHICLE WOULD BE HASSLE FREE AND I COULD ENJOY FEW MECHANICAL ISSUES. I AM NOT SPENDING TIME AWAY FROM WORK WHICH IS CAUSING ME PROBLEMS, JUST TO KEEP THIS SUV MAINTAINED. THE DEFECTS OR ISSUES WITH THIS VEHICLE ARE BECOMING AN ADDED EXPENSE TO ME AND THE TIME AWAY FROM WORK IS CAUSING ME PROBLEMS. I WANT A VEHICLE THAT IS NOT IN THE SHOP
2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class questions
Does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class: Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Structure (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Mercedes-Benz M Class has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.