Mercedes Benz Ml320 2005
Model Ml320 made in 2005 by Mercedes Benz got 5 consumer complains as well as 40 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags and fuel system, other. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and digital instrument panel.
Model 2005
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| SB-59783 | 12/10/2010 | 10037653 | Mercedes-benz: there are electrical production quality issues that cause the air bag warning light to illuminate. *rm | 06/01/2011 | |
| SB-59783 | 12/10/2010 | 10037653 | Ready | 06/01/2011 | |
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| P-049567 | 06/07/2010 | 10034152 | Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. in addition fault code fc 9061 and/or fc 9062 is stored in the front sa | 10/20/2010 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| SB-32-22-78 | 05/06/2009 | SB-32-22-78A | 10028686 | Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. model years unknown. *pe updated 9/18/09. | 05/14/2009 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| P-049567 | 06/07/2010 | 10034152 | Mercedes: battery symbol and service required (in white). fault message is displayed if the charge level is too low or the park pawl additional battery is defective. in addition fault code fc 9061 and/or fc 9062 is stored in the front sa | 10/20/2010 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||||
| 322250 | 01/15/2008 | 322250A | 10023372 | Mercedes-benz models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, r320, r350, r500 with code 489 (airmatic suspension) - airmatic inoperative/ (visit workshop) displayed in instrument cluster. model year unknown. *nj updated 3/11/08. | 12/05/2007 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| RB-2009060005 | 08/01/2009 | 10032568 | Mercedes benz: software calibration number (scn) coding; engine control module. the vehicles fuel tank leak diagnosis system may have been inadvertently deactivated during a visit to the workshop. this may cause the affected vehicles to | 04/14/2010 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| SB-59783 | 12/10/2010 | 10037653 | Ready | 06/01/2011 | |
| SB-59783 | 12/10/2010 | 10037653 | Mercedes-benz: there are electrical production quality issues that cause the air bag warning light to illuminate. *rm | 06/01/2011 | |
| SB-32-22-78 | 05/06/2009 | SB-32-22-78A | 10028686 | Mercedes: air matic visit workshop displayed within instrument cluster. models 164, 211, 219, 221 and 251. included 4matic, amg (compressor) amg, bluetec and wagon. model years unknown. *pe updated 9/18/09. | 05/14/2009 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | |||||
| SB-P-047928 | 09/22/2009 | 10032725 | Mercedes: electronic stability program (esp), stability control (sr). references revised and reference to af deleted/supersedes dtb tb 42.45/42. esp lamp on. contact fault at connection for esp control unit mk25 (n47). no model years l | 05/05/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 033008 | 04/24/2008 | SB-03-30-08E | 10022893 | Check engine light on / fault codes fc1200 / fc1208 stored in me-sfi control unit. mercedes-benz model c230, c280, c350, slk280, slk350, clk350, clk550, e350, e550, cls550, s600, and sl550. equipped with m272 engine or m273 engine. *nj | 10/03/2007 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| LI-68-50 | 12/10/2010 | 10037985 | Ready | 06/08/2011 | |
| LI-68-50 | 12/10/2010 | 10037985 | Mercedes-benz: the load compartment roller blind has catch bolts loose or broken from improper force when using. *rm | 06/08/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| TB-82-10-632 | 01/23/2009 | TB-82-10-632A | 10028025 | Mercedes: stop/tail light not illuminating with dtcs 9102, 9103, 9106, 9107, 9126, 9127 or 9136. *pe updated 5/13/09. *pe | 02/27/2009 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| 472052 | 09/01/2007 | 10023491 | Mercedes-benz - procedure for replacing fuel pump and fuel filter modules . models ml63, ml320, ml350, ml500, ml550, gl320, gl450, gl550, r63, r320, r350, r500. model year all. *nj | 12/18/2007 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL | |||||
| SB-07-16-80D | 04/02/2009 | 10029105 | Mercedes benz: fuel loss at pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to lip home mode, poor output, poor fuel economy, combustion noise, vehicle stalls). may be caused by malfuncti | 06/15/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SB-07-16-80D | 04/02/2009 | 10029105 | Mercedes benz: fuel loss at pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to lip home mode, poor output, poor fuel economy, combustion noise, vehicle stalls). may be caused by malfuncti | 06/15/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY | |||||
| SB-47-20-56 | 09/10/2009 | 10032707 | Mercedes: ensuring unobstructed movement for the fuel level sensor. when installing the left or right fuel level sensor, it is essential for it to have unrestricted, unobstructed movement. *pe | 04/30/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| RSB-2009100002 | 01/01/2010 | 10033607 | Mercedes benz: check for installation of spacer between brake and fuel line, install if necessary. the spacer between the brake line and fuel line may not have been installed. check for presence of a spacer, and if missing, install the s | 08/27/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | |||||
| SB-07-16-80D | 04/02/2009 | 10029105 | Mercedes benz: fuel loss at pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to lip home mode, poor output, poor fuel economy, combustion noise, vehicle stalls). may be caused by malfuncti | 06/15/2009 | |
| SB-07-16-08 | 06/16/2008 | 10026201 | Mercedes benz: work on pressure regulator valve (as of cd13, 1600 bar system). fuel loss at the pressure regulator valve and/or poor engine running characteristics (shakes, knocks, surges, changes to limp home mode, poor output, poor fuel | 10/07/2008 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 2006020008 | 01/01/2007 | 2006020008 | 10019822 | Inspect transmission pilot bushing at electrochydraulic unit and replace if necessary. the transmission pilot bushing may have been installed on the control units with non-tempered sealing rings which may cause a small leak to occur. *t | 05/02/2006 |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||||
| SB-27-00-104 | 04/02/2008 | 10025663 | Slow acceleration with gas pedal hesitation. models 164.122/8ss (ml 320 and gl320); 211.022 (e320); 251.122 (4320). years unknown. *pe | 08/28/2008 | |
| SEATS - MID/REAR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| LI91-22-P-048771 | 02/05/2010 | 10034608 | Mercedes: the electrically folding 3rd seat row makes noises while folding up and down, or the folding function does not work at all. a warning message about locking the 3rd seat row may also appear in the display. *pe | 12/10/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| RSB-2009100002 | 01/01/2010 | 10033607 | Mercedes benz: check for installation of spacer between brake and fuel line, install if necessary. the spacer between the brake line and fuel line may not have been installed. check for presence of a spacer, and if missing, install the s | 08/27/2010 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| 20-P-053398 | 03/12/2012 | 10044181 | Xentry: rattling/thumping noises from the area of the steering on rough roads or when driving over road undulations. no model years given. also included models 168 and 172. *js | 05/17/2012 | |
| TB-46-20-61 | 04/22/2008 | 10025648 | Rattling/thumping noise on rough roads and/or knocking noise when moving steering in both directions on all model 164 and 251 vehicles. model years unknown. *pe | 08/27/2008 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN | |||||
| TB-46-10-32 | 12/02/2008 | 10028646 | Mercedes: groaning or dull, heavy cracking noises from steering shaft area. when turning steering wheel or moving off or braking. this may be emanating from the bearing and housing of upper steering shaft (firewall pivot point) or steering | 05/12/2009 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | |||||
| TB-46-10-32 | 12/02/2008 | 10028646 | Mercedes: groaning or dull, heavy cracking noises from steering shaft area. when turning steering wheel or moving off or braking. this may be emanating from the bearing and housing of upper steering shaft (firewall pivot point) or steering | 05/12/2009 | |
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||||
| 462046 | 12/04/2008 | SB-46-20-46A | 10020460 | Play in the rack and pinion steering system. models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe | 10/23/2006 |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| TB-46-10-39C | 12/02/2008 | 10028645 | Mercedes: chrome plating peeling on decorative caps on the steering wheel spokes, this is due to less than optimal adhesion between chrome plating and base material. models 164 and 251. model years unknown. *pe | 05/12/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| TB-83-10-112B | 01/12/2009 | 10028664 | Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water box when water is used when engine compartment is cleane | 05/13/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| TB-83-10-112B | 01/12/2009 | 10028664 | Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water box when water is used when engine compartment is cleane | 05/13/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| TB-83-10-112B | 01/12/2009 | 10028664 | Mercedes: a nonfunctional blower motor (blower motor runs continuously) or water drops in front passenger footwell after engine wash. caused by an insufficient sealing of air/water box when water is used when engine compartment is cleane | 05/13/2009 | |
| TB 83 10 112 | 03/07/2008 | 10025647 | Water entry into vehicle interior for all model 164 vehicles. *pe | 08/27/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION - LINES AND FITTINGS | |||||
| TB-P-047927 | 09/17/2009 | 10032727 | Mercedes: following fault codes are entered in the control unit and displayed-fc5320 drain valve:open circuit or insufficient valve current in models series 211, 219; fc5260 drain valve open circuit or insufficient valve current in model 2 | 05/05/2010 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | |||||
| TB-P-047927 | 09/17/2009 | 10032727 | Mercedes: following fault codes are entered in the control unit and displayed-fc5320 drain valve:open circuit or insufficient valve current in models series 211, 219; fc5260 drain valve open circuit or insufficient valve current in model 2 | 05/05/2010 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 424587 | 01/03/2008 | 10024091 | Model ml350, ml500, ml63, ml320, ml550, gl450, gl320, gl550 4 matic -- equipped with sales code 477 - tire loss warning system (indirect esp based) with run flat tires -- model year 2005 to 2007 (tire pressure monitoring inactive) displaye | 03/07/2008 | |
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||||
| 2007090001 | 09/01/2007 | 10023371 | Mercedes-benz models with mechanical mirrors - lubricate folding mechanism of right and left outside mirrors. *nj | 12/05/2007 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 04/11/2006 | 2 | ||
| During accident where ml 320 was broad sided on drivers door, air bags failed to deploy. driver of other car which struck mercedes admitted to traveling at 35 mph. furthermore, auto crash notify system failed; these are standard safety features for this vehicle. *nm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 11/12/2004 | 290 | 30 | 11/12/2004 |
| 1)ml350 was purchased w/10miles on friday november 12 that same day the vehicle was shaking when reaching 45 and 75 miles per hour and on november 14, sunday 4 times while stop the vehicle felt as if it was going to shut off. *ak on november 15, monday morning while taking the vehicle to the shop the vehicle stalled two more times. everyday thereafter the vehicle would shake and stall. on saturday november 27, 2004 while making a left turn the vehicle cut off. 2)on tues december 7 my vehicle was in a single car accident due to stalling. the vehicle has body and underneath damage. this vehicle is unsafe. ive complained to steve rogers, tim service rep, lovence and asher before the accident that this vehicle was unsafe. i repeatedly asked for a new vehicle. 3)i've taken the vehicle in on 2 different occasions each time the vehicle was in the shop for 3 to 4 days. each time i was told that the system could not duplicate the problem. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 04/04/2005 | 8000 | 1 | 11/01/2004 |
| While driving at a low speed transmission failed to shift into first or second gear. consumer had vehicle towed to dealer.*ak | |||
| SEATS - MID/REAR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/24/2005 | 8900 | 12/24/2004 | |
| Child was on the back seat in a car seat behind the driver's seat. when brakes were applied while driving, the back seat came forward hitting her legs on the front driver's seat. | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | |||
| 04/25/2005 | 2000 | 1 | |
| While driving consumer lost power almost striking a tree. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who discovered that the power steering hose had become disconnected (2006 mercedes benz ml320).*ak *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | LAGUNA NIGUEL | MERCEDES BENZ LAGUNA NIGUEL | ||
| MD | SILVER SPRING | 20904 | HERB GORDON MERCEDES-BENZ | 301-890-5454 |
| NY | QUEENS | HOLMES BROTHERS |