Steering Problems of Mercedes Benz ML500

Mercedes Benz ML500 owners have reported 22 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power steering fluid (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Mercedes Benz ML500

The Steering problem

Tl the contact owns a 2004 mercedes-benz Ml500. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, he los control of the steering wheel. The contact stated that the steering wheel turned 360 degrees however, the wheels remained in a straightforward position.   Read details...

The Power Steering Fluid problem

House from power steering pomp is leaking , during drive I loose power steering fluid and almost I hit cat from another line.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes Benz Ml500. The contact stated that the seal in the power steering pump failed and the vehicle began to lose fuel. The repair shop replaced the power steering pump at the cost of $525. 22.   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

- the contact stated that while driving his 2006 mercedes ml 500 (19800 failure mileage) at 25 mph, and merging right onto the expressway, the vehicle kept going straight onto the grass. The contact stopped the vehicle to check the steering wheel and found that the steering wheel kept spinning.   Read details...

The Steering Idler Arm problem

Loss of power steering driving on the freeway due to sudden break of idler arm pulley and subsequent shredding of belt. Problem is the pulley is made of plastic and cracked in two, leaving 1/2 the pulley and shredding the belt.   Read details...




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