2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (4 reports).

6Recalls
10Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 recalls

Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving

Recall 22V955Dec 23, 2022348,183 vehicles affected

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

Recall 19V787Nov 1, 201924,226 vehicles affected

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.

Loose Axle Bolts Can Fracture, Risking Crashes

Recall 16V900Dec 14, 201648 vehicles affected

Certain 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz SUVs built between September 29, 2014 and March 27, 2015 may have front and/or rear axle carrier bolts that were not assembled correctly.

Rear Seatbelt Anchor Bolt May Fail in a Crash

Recall 16V442Jun 16, 2016423 vehicles affected

The right rear seatbelt anchor bolt on certain vehicles may have been installed incorrectly.

Oil Leak Near Engine Can Cause Fire or Crash Risk

Recall 15V351Jun 8, 2015814 vehicles affected

Certain 2015 Mercedes-Benz diesel vehicles built between late 2014 and early 2015 may develop an oil leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel

Recall 14V762Dec 1, 20144,871 vehicles affected

Most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 problems

Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine4
Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Visibility1
Steering1
Air Bags1
Structure1

What owners report

2026-01-17, Structure
Rear subframe rusted from the inside out causing structural failure. This matches the defect in Campaign #2023020002 for other Mercedes models."
2023-08-17, Air Bags
On 8/15/23 on my parking explode air bag , completely make me blind.Nader air bag push my legs from brake and Car still was driving and stop a the wall, I was completely blind, destroyed my car ,Pain my legs , my arms my head incrediblo,my body is all blue, Thanks to God I am still life. Always I take care my car and I was in Mercedes -Benz dealer in Fletcher N C check my car before I wil drive back home to Florida he told me everything is good and safe .to drive .I need help .All my life I drive Mercedes-Benz .Mercedes mechanic must check car before release to customer to drive ,Please help me with nader car.
2022-08-31, Engine
The Adblue blue malfunctioned and the engine oil cooling is leaking. Also the axle is leaking. This was a previous recall on this specific vehicle and it continues to be an issue
2021-02-23, Unknown Or Other
SOOTH PARTICULATE SENSOR FAIL, PART OF DIESEL EMISSION SYSTEM. MY CAR HAS 71K MILES AND DEALERSHIP HAD REFUSED TO REPLACE IT UNDER WARRANTY. CANADIAN GOVERNMENT HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THIS SENSOR UNTIL 120K MILES (ATTACHED)
2020-07-20, Steering
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ ML250. THE CONTACT WAS TOWING AN UNKNOWN TRAVEL TRAILER WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND DROVE INTO A DITCH. THE CONTACT STATED ALL 4 AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED HIS WIFE SUSTAINED A BRUISE FROM THE SEAT BELT BUT DID NOT SEEK ANY MEDICINAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT STATED THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT AND TOW COMPANY WAS ABLE TO TAKE THE VEHICLE OUT OF THE DITCH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVABLE. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE HA

2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 questions

Does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250: Water in Spare Tire Well Can Stall Engine While Driving; Emergency call system may send wrong date, time, or location; Loose Axle Bolts Can Fracture, Risking Crashes; Rear Seatbelt Anchor Bolt May Fail in a Crash; Oil Leak Near Engine Can Cause Fire or Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250?

Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (4), Unknown Or Other (2), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 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.

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