We rec. Recall letters from mercedes about recall #2016020003 the airbag but the dealer told us on last svcs that they did not have any parts or anything they could do, this is ridiculous as mb has not done what is required to fix the problems. [xxx], [xxx] & family. Ps: on 10/16/16 emailed today to mb: we have several mercedes (4) in my family and oyes end recall for airbags but the dealers do not ahem any resolution and nothing has been done so far. Why? [xxx](call only after 1 pm ca time). Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The worst 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500 problems
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- Airbags1
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- Airbags1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500 74
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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
- Headlamps leaking 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
- Vehicle with atypical reduced heat output
- During a phone call, the called party has difficulty understanding/cannot understand the driver, or...
- Windows of the front doors poorly adjusted/sluggish
What 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500 owners say
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Questions about the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500
Is the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500, close to a typical ML500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML500 have?
No recalls on record.
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