2000 Mercedes Benz ML320 steering problems

Filed Nov 5, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 220,000 miles · WA

I bought this vehicle from the auction in algona named whitey's public auto auction and that very day I had to put power steering fluid in because there was a leak and it was difficult to turn. I've had the power steering pump replaced and it continues to leak. I got on the internet and started to research and found out about the recall.

Filed Jul 14, 2020 · Acceleration, Steering · 219,444 miles · VA

Steering is hard to turn. Over heats and will not keep coolinat down

Filed Dec 10, 2019 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 25 miles · CA · 1 injury

As I noticed in other complaints they all focus in the power steering issues, fuel / oil leaks and loss, esp option , electrical mail functions that relate with the ecu, problem with the shifter. All these are safety concerns since all the above problems can cause an accident . I have the same problems in my car and it is really difficult to operate the vehicle. The power steering is not working as the car is not in speed motion unless you use strength to turn the wheel , the esp is not working at all , the shifter is not changing to drive unless you override it and that's the only way to start it and the fuel along with the oil is leaking and all the fluids are disappearing in no time . All these are safety hazards and not just a simple problem . There should have been a repair for all of these issues asap free of charge from mercedes for the owners of the particular defective vehicles . Thank you in advance

Filed Nov 27, 2018 · Steering · CA

My power steering goes out alot and as well leak onto the ground I find it very hard to steer my car at times . The power steering fluid doesn't last very long it's been fixed 1 and the problem persist .

Filed Jul 26, 2018 · Steering · 178,888 miles · TX

Difficult turning left or right. Uses lot of force to move the stelring

Filed Mar 1, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 200,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes-benz ml320. When the contact attempted to roll down both passenger side windows, they failed to roll down. The headlights and instrument panel lights failed to illuminate. The ABS, brake failure switch, and esp warning lights illuminated. When using the power steering to attempt to turn the vehicle, the warning light illuminated, indicating a malfunction of the power steering. The vehicle hesitated before completing the turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Jul 6, 2013 · Brakes, Steering · 145,500 miles · FL

Driving on interstate 295 in jacksonville fl at approximately 70 MPH in the middle lane and the brakes locked up for 5-10 seconds and the bas/esp light came on. I nearly lost control of the vehicle and accidentally cut off several cars in the lane to my right. Fortunately nobody was injured, but it could have been very dangerous! After stopping, and shutting the car off, at an exit for so I could see if I could spot anything I tried to make my way home (off the interstate). The bas/esp light was off, and everything seemed to be alright. However, after about 30 minutes, the brakes locked up again. I was only going about 30 MPH, but I was forced to come to a complete stop. There was a car behind me, but they were able to get around me safely.

Filed Mar 26, 2013 · Steering · 144,000 miles · IL

While pulling out the driveway as it suddenly became hard to steer. As I drove on and turned again steering returned to normal. About 1 month later the same thing happened only it lasted a was bit longer. The more recent event occurred on 12-22-13. Now its very hard to steer so hard that to drive is too risky. I checked the power steering fluid and it was ok. Now the mechanic says that it may be the rack.

Filed Feb 28, 2013 · Steering · NJ

Mercedes benz ml 320. Consumer requests reimbursement for repairs. *smd the consumer stated the steering was extremely stiff and the vehicle would not turn. After doing some research, the consumer discovered the 2000 models years had steering problems, due to a faulty pump assembly. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The consumer then received a call from the dealer, stating the pump needed to be replaced. The consumer asked about the pump and hose recall. The dealer stated the parts would be replaced free of charge. However, the pump was not apart of the recall and it would cost $ 1190 to replace it. The consumer requested that just the recall parts be replaced. But, the dealer stated it probably would not fix the problem.

Filed Jan 31, 2012 · Steering · 121,700 miles · MN · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz ml320. The contact stated while driving, the battery light illuminated and the steering wheel became hard to turn. The engine temperature increased and smoke released from under the hood. The vehicle was driven to the contacts home. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 121,700.