CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 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 ML550 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML550. WHILE DRIVING AT LEAST 55 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOBBLED AND SHOOK WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF LITTLETON (8070 S BROADWAY, LITTLETON, CO 80122 (303) 738-7700) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT ALL FOUR ROTORS WERE WARPED FROM ONE APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER ALSO STATED THAT THE ROTORS WOULD CONTINUE TO BE WARPED UNLESS THE PADDLE SHIFTER WAS BEING APPLIED WHILE BRAKING AT HIGH SPEEDS DOWNHILL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DISAGREED WITH THE DEAL
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ ML550. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD GLASS CAUSED A GLARE AND DISTORTED HIS VISIBILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER RECOGNIZED THE ISSUE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THE WINDSHIELD FUNCTIONED AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,600. UPDATED 04/30/14 MA *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ ML550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 53 MPH, THERE WAS A NOISE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THEY HEARD THE NOISE BUT COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 0.
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 questions
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550: 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 ML550?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Visibility/Wiper (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 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.