The Floor Mats I received for my vehicle covered a portion of my accelerator pedal and would when up into the back above the pedal and to the right of it and would get caught and force my accelerator pedal to stay down. I told the company of their design flaw, and they said would not do anything about it. If I wanted to send it back it would cost more than the pads were worth. I paid $189.95. I got PayPal involved and if I paid the shipping cost to send them back they would rebate me the money that I paid. That's only if the mats are in perfect condition when they receive them. So it cost hours of BS and $60 so I get back at least $129. But with that said I felt you should know that they are selling and sending things not made for the cars they promise they will be for.
The worst 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Steering11
- Seats7
- Engine6
- Electrical4
Problems by type
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- Steering11
- Seats7
- Engine6
- Electrical4
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 65
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its...
- Repeat workshop visit for vehicle vibration while braking from 60MPH. NOTE: Although the symptom is...
- Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamps leaking or fogged
- Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output
2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14 | 17 | 15 |
What 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes-benz ml350. While driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver when turned to the left. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same symptoms as listed in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v465000 (steering). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 175,000.
I recently had to replace the power steering pump, reseviour, and hose after loosing control while driving on the highway. Immediately after refilling with fluid all the contents ran right out. I do see that there was a recall for this problem in 2008, but I did not take ownership of this vehicle until 2/15. Is there any way possible for this problem to be fixed under the recall?
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz ml350. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the power steering pump assembly twice but the failure recurred. The steering wheel was extremely tight and the vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.
Random loss of power ' (the entire panel lights up) as the car suddenly and slowly powers off while taking off from a drop, driving, breaking, and turning, coming to a stop and on the highway. In the past 6 months we have spent more than 3800.00 for car repair on the ml 350. It shuts off more and more frequently. So much so we do not allow our daughter to drive unless I am there and now not even then until we have had it fixed for the 4th time (we thought) after crank shaft, spark plugs and now electrical work we are at a total loss. This issue is not isolated but mercedes benz has had other reports our and others ' not repair / or recalled but it seems major to our family ' as my only vehicle and other owner that have invested in this make.
Within the past 8 months I have taken my car to the dealership four times with the issue relating engine shut off and check engine light comes on. I was told the crankshaft needed to be replaced two times and as of today the problems remains. Mercedes benz has acknowledged this is problem in this vehicle but has not addressed it. I fear driving this vehicle with my children it shut off in the middle of the highway at one point and they haven't addrssed it. I've spent $4500 to repair and they cannot resolve the problem and I'm not certain they know how.
I have a 2003 ml350 SUV. I bought my car used. I was wondering if there were any recalls regarding steering. I have replaced one rack and pin which I believe was used. Now I am in need of another one.
Front drivers side seat, burns when heater is turned on. Burn smell, burned skin of driver. Has there been a recall on this. I have read of many instances of this same complaint on the internet. Mercedes needs to replace seat.
Bought this car on 01/2008 after a month or two I started to fill reservoir with power steering fluid as needed which is often. I called mercedes benz regarding the recall but denied my request. Thanks
I was backing out of my garage, when I heard a noise coming from the left front engine. I immediately put the SUV back into the garage and parked it. I saw an oil leak where it had been parked. Since then, I have been driving my toyota, and left the mercedes parked in the garage. The large oil leak concerned me.I spoke to a mercedes mechanic and described what I had heard, and he said it was most likely a steering problem. I checked online and noticed there are recalls for the steering hose and clamp for ml 350 models years 2003 +. In which the steering wheel oil leaks out. I would like to know if the recall is still valid? Does the mercedes dealer still have to replace the hose and clamp? What if they say they don't have to repair or replace these parts, then what do I say or do?
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Questions about the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350
Is the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 reliable?
Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350, fewer than a typical ML350 model year.
What is the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 year score?
The 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 scores 89 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mercedes Benz ML350: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350?
Steering, with 11 complaints, typically around 64,000 miles. Next is seats (7).
How many recalls does the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Mercedes Benz ML350 have bad steering?
The Mercedes Benz ML350 model years with the most steering complaints are 2008 (24 complaints), 2006 (16 complaints) and 2003 (11 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 get?
Official estimates for the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML350 range from 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.7L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 14 city and 17 highway.
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