general problems of the 2006 Mercedes Benz ML350

Eight problems related to steering have been reported for the 2006 Mercedes Benz ML350. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Mercedes Benz ML350 based on all problems reported for the 2006 ML350.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/31/2023

The fuel system faild had it replaced twice gss leaking as well as the power steering leaking badly went out while driving I had both replaced power steering is out again several months later car been sitting since then I looked up to see if there were any safty recalls I did find both on kelly blue book and a few other sites I contacted dealership was told I could bring vehicle the the recalls don't expire once the vehicle was there received a phone call they had my vehicle however the said they didn't know what kind it was or why it was there I asked how could u not know that was told they had keys but haven't went out to look I gave all my information before the vehicle was picked up I told them the issue again I was told then that as long as it's a recall problem no charge two days later I received another call same thing not knowing what type of vehicle I explained the situation again this time I was told they see 7 recalls all expired but 1 on the break system and I will have to pay $198 plus tax $233 for diagnostic ran and that price doesn't count towards repairs I waited a few hours called in act like someone else and was told recalls don't expire when I explained what was going on and who I was they told me my recalls closed and can't reopen and the was told they didn't see anything about power steering recalls however it was before I had my car towed if this was a safety recall hiw can I tell what information is correct with old recalls and how do I get them to fix this I do have a older model that I purchased 3 years ago from what I can see on there website when putting in VIN only show current recalls and shows my vehicle not having any recalls work ever done this information was on mercedes of louisville website I feel like I'm getting the run around please help with this safety recall I have small kids and won't to be safety.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/04/2020

I was driving in my car to work on the city street (santa anita Ave going north in the city of arcadia CA), within few minutes after I left the house I felt my hands get hot probably the air bag deployed and the next thing I know my car ran over the center divider and flipped over. Fortunately, I came out of the car dazed and with multiple bruises.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/02/2019

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Mercedes Benz Ml350. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 mph, all the warning indicators illuminated and the steering became hard, also the vehicle started making a humming noise. The vehicle was driven home. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle was repaired October 2018 at the dealer Mercedes Benz of cherry hill, 2151 NJ-70, cherry hill, NJ 08002, for the same failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer ( this time ) for a diagnostic, but an appointment was scheduled for this coming week on October the 2nd. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000. Bp.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/22/2016

My 2006 merc Ml350, broke down on me 10/22/16, as soon as I got off the freeway because I was hearing a crackling sound from the engine. I was able to drive in a local parking lot to avoid embarrassment. This vehicle is always needing something, and at this time it was hard to turn the sterring wheel to park it because the serpentine (vbelt) had unraveled its way from the alternator pulley!! the lord had saved my life! same year in March fremont dealership said I needed to replace my air condersor but never said anything about my belt being worn or cracked or anything about this. This should have been noticed at that present time. They misinformed me at that time about the vbelt needing to be replaced and tried to sell me a air mass sensor. Mercedes knows about vehicle 2006 year and all the parts that are malfunctioning and wont lift a finger to recal or reimburse or pay entirely. I vould have died on tge freeway had this v belt wouls have came off! tookbitvin for repairs and the dealer is requesting $2350 to replace air condition unit and they will have to open up alternator & adjust + vbelt. Campaign anyone or botcott mbusa!!.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/07/2014

I was stopped at a red light waiting make a left. When the light turned green to make a left, I started going and got to the middle of the intersection when my steering got stuck. I was able to pull the steering wheel to complete a wide left turn. I was safely able to pull into a parking lot, but without a real effort to turn the wheel and again having to make another wide left turn before an oncoming car almost hit me.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/02/2013

My check engine light came on about 24 June 2013 or so. I contacted atlanta classic cars, my local mb dealership to address the issue. My vehicle was inspected on 2 July, and the report indicated my balance shaft needed to be replaced ($5,100), my power steering components needed to be replaced ($3,067. 50), and my transmission valve body needed to be replaced ($1,812. 95). I have been the sole owner of this vehicle, and have had it serviced regularly at mb dealerships (critz - savannah, GA and atlanta classic cars - duluth, GA). Previously, this vehicle had transmission problems, which occurred just after the warranty expired. At first, atlanta classic cars did not want to take responsibility for the issue, since the vehicle's warranty had expired. After my husband got involved, they agreed to fix the problem for no charge. Another minor problem involved the locking mechanism on the vehicle's hatch -- it had to be replaced three times before it finally worked properly. I am very dismayed that after seven years and 109k miles, my vehicle is experiencing such expensive problems as this.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/14/2013

I was on my way to pick up my spouse from the airport one night without warning the vehiche started making a rocking motion and the orange check engine light came on. I pulled over, turned off the engine and exited the vehicle to see what was wrong, I re-entered the vehicle and tried to re-start the vehicle but it would not start. I called Mercedes Benz and they proceded to have my car towed to the shop. I waited 4 months for them to assist me in fixing my vehicle sine the warranty has expired and I have no extended, they refused to assist me even though they told me that the manifold had broken off and may get into the engine and that I may need a new engine of which I ended up purchasing a low mileage engine. Prior to this I paid $1500. For them to fix 2 leaks on my power steering and as of now my vehicle is leaking oil and making that same loud noise as before they fixed the leaks. I have been very very upset with them, my vehicle has been giving me too much trouble for not having 100 thousand miles. Please help. I call their corporate office and even wrote a letter to them and all they offered me was $2000 towards the purchase of a new vehicle, you amy think that a Mercedes Benz will be able to do better that that for thieir customers. I was lied to by them pertaining nto the engine, once I was told that the engine was bad then I was told that it was not bad. I took my car form them and took it to an independent car repairn.

8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2011

Steering wheels rattles and make groaning noise when turing or hitting bumps. Can distract drivers and cause accidents.




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