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 dealer's diagnosis. The failure mileage was 19,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The worst 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
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- Brakes1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls 3
Fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pump: control/drive module
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, which could cause an engine stall while driving.
- Risk
- An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010002 and 2023010003.
Recall number 22V955000 · Recall details
Communication
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit:
- Risk
- An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
Recall number 19V787000 · Recall details
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML350 Bluetec 4Matic and ML550 4Matic, 2012-2015 ML63 AMG 4Matic and ML350 4Matic, 2013-2016 GL350 Bluetec 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and GL63 AMG 4Matic, 2017 GLS350d 4Matic, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4Matic and GLS63 AMG 4Matic, 2015 ML400 4Matic, 2016 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic, GLE450 4Matic Coupe and GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, 2015-2016 GL450 4Matic and 2013-2014 GL450 4Matic vehicles equipped with the Active Curve System (ACS). In certain driving conditions, if the oil level in the ACS reservoir is below the minimum level, the oil may foam and leak out of the vent holes in the reservoir cap.
- Risk
- The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018070015.
Recall number 18V272000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 118
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine
- Visibility/wiper
- 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
- During part of the steering movement, it feels heavier or more difficult to steer in the same spot every time
- Single throttle lift-off clunking noise from the side shaft when moving off (audible at the outboard end)
- Creaking noise, in irregular sequence when driving slowly in combination with slight steering movements...
- After successful commissioning of the HERMES control unit (N112/9) with XENTRY Diagnosis DVD 03/2026, the...
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
- Headlamp, front fog lamp leaky or fogged
What 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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
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.
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Questions about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550
Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550, close to a typical ML550 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 have?
3 recalls, covering fuel system, diesel, communication and suspension.
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