Power Steering Pump Problems of Mercedes Benz ML350

A loss of power steering fluid can damage the power steering pump and may result in diminished power assist for steering which could lead to a crash. What you should dealers will replace the power steering hose clamp. The recall is expected to begin on may 23, 2005. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. Summary: on certain passenger vehicles, a hose clamp that secures the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.

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I recently had to replace the power steering pump, reseviour, and hose after loosing control while driving on the highway. Immediately after refilling with fluid all the contents ran right out. I do see that there was a recall for this problem in 2008, but I did not take ownership of this vehicle until 2/15. Is there any way possible for this problem to be fixed under the recall?.

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While traveling in the center lane on a major parkway at the posted speed limit, our 2006 mercedes-benz Ml350 experienced a complete engine failure. The car would not accelerate; steering was compromised, as was braking. Braking and steering were very difficult, but possible allowing the car to be guided to the shoulder. All four family members were present including our two young sons. After being towed to a local authorized dealer repair shop, 4 days after the incident. . . The problem was reported as “engine jumped time” and the repair department would have to “remove engine and tear down to find cause of failure…most likely needs engine assembly”. As that the quoted price of the diagnostics and repair exceeds the current value of the car by several thousand dollars, the car was returned without further diagnostics or repairs. At no time in the past 4 years has there been a “check engine” light nor were there any indicators of any serious mechanical issues as per the car’s onboard computer reporting system or in general daily operations. Again, it is important to note, that there were no indicator lights or warnings prior to the failure. It is also important to note that in January of 2010, the same authorized dealer repair department mentioned above conducted the following repairs: “removed engine, replaced balance shaft, replaced oil pump, replaced cam solenoids, replaced gaskets…” in response to a persistent “check engine” light. Our records indicate that the 2010 “check engine light” occurred at 55,395 miles. This recent failure has occurred, minus the “check engine light” or any other indicators, at 99,424 miles. Our research indicates that this may be a known issue with this particular engine.

At approximately 65,556 miles, my power steering pump and reservoir as well as the front end sway bar ends and links needs to be replaced. On a high quality truck such as this 2007 ml 350 Mercedes Benz, these parts should not have worn out so quickly.

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Engine light came on . Take to repair shop,crank sensor bad,changed crank sensor, light came on back,O2 sensor bad, changed O2 sensor,light came back on,finally said worn sprackett in engine sending false reading. Steering pump went bad at 59000. Ac pump pulley broke off at 54000 miles. Ac/heat comes on by itself, even when vehicle is turn off.

Noticed power steering binding on our 2007 Mercedes Benz ml 350 on 10/15/2010. This was a first time occurrence. Took to dealer on 10/20/2010. Dealer diagnosed problem as u joint on steering column connected to power steering pump not functioning. Dealer replaced lower section of steering column.

The contact owns a 2005 Mercedes Benz Ml350. While attempting to change lanes at approximately 57 mph, the contact noticed that the steering column became difficult to turn. When the brake pedal was depressed, the steering column completely locked. She attempted to pull the vehicle over to the emergency lane, but was headed towards a cement barrier because the steering column was inoperable. She applied the emergency brake and the vehicle stopped abruptly. There was no crash. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the hose clamp detached and all of the power steering fluid drained out of the vehicle. The mechanic also stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.

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