Steering Related Problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430. The number one most common problem is related to the power steering pump (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering fluid (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Mercedes Benz ML430


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1999 Mercedes Benz ML430

The Power Steering Pump problem

The contact owns a 1999 Mercedes Benz Ml430. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08v465000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). The dealer stated that the power steering pump was previously damaged to a loss of power steering fluid over time.   Read details...

The Power Steering Fluid problem

The vehicle lost all power steering, which almost caused consumer to lose control of the vehicle. The power steering hose was leaking at the clamp, and was replaced.   Read details...

The Power Steering Linkages Drag problem

Mercedes benz 1999 ml 430. Harmonic balancer failed. Driving 65+ on the mass. Pike, the power steering failed, and then the engine begin to overheat. The vehicle had to be wrestled from the left lane, across 3 very busy lanes of traffic to the side of the highway.   Read details...


Steering related problems in other Mercedes Benz ML430 model year vehicles:



ML430 Service Bulletins
ML430 Defect Investigations