Engine problems of the 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320

Two problems related to engine have been reported for the 2000 Mercedes Benz ML320. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2009

I was driving up hill in slow traffic for about 5 to 10 miles per hour for a few miles then all the sudden learned car did not respond to the gas pedal I put pressure on. The car jerk a little bid and won't move much only by the inches. Then I had to pull off the road. I turned off the engine and waited for few minutes and started again, turned around and cancelled my trip. A similar instance happened once before several years ago. I took the car to the dealer and they found nothing wrong.

2 Engine problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2002

Vehicle was parked when consumer noticed oil on the ground. Vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to mercedes. Engine cut completely off twice. All the tires and hub caps are black from the brake fluid splattering. The sunroof makes a lot of noise while driving especially while on the highway.




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