Four problems related to engine have been reported for the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML320. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Continuing problems with power steering. Taken to the dealer for inquiry over 3 years ago; no resolution presented. Problems have persisted and gotten progressively worse. Only when researching, was I made aware of the recall. No notification from manufacture or dealer. Substantial costs incurred and vehicle continues to leak after numerous repairs. Moonroof unable to close 100% - taken to dealership. Advised the problem was seen routinely with this particular moonroof. Advised to fore-go repair due to cost. Upon extensive research, this problem is quite customary and unsure as to why the vehicle was not recalled or repairs made by the manufacturer. Would like a written response outlining options and resources to remedy these issues.
I and my 7 year old daughter and her friend were entering my driveway on Aug 14,2006, paused to open my garage door from the car and I was slowly moving in. All of a sudden car went out of my control in a flash that I did not even have time to react. It went and hit our other parked car in the garage with such a huge force that the second car literally went and tore the bedroom wall. Our second car is badly damaged on the front, back and one side (scraping a pole in garage) and wall needs fixing too. I truly suspect there is some mechanical problem for the sudden/unintended acceleration that led to this unexpected behavior. So far we found the ignition got jammed (could not start and had to be towed in), other than the bumper/front damages. Car is still in the body shop for repairs, once finished it will be taken to the dealer for further analysis and check up.
1999 Mercedes Benz Ml320 - harmonic balancer failure resulting in loss of power steering, overheating, damage to fan, and oil pan.
Harmonic balancer seal came loose and caused extensive engine damage. This happened while driving on a congested highway at ~60 mph! the local mercedes dealer(regal Nissan/mercedes, huntsville, al, ph #256726-0077) claimed this was a unique failure as faras they were concerned. The fix including replacement of the oil pan was ~$900. Upon subsequent research I've discovered that this is an extremely common problem.