2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 101 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 64 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 67 |
| 2015 | 52 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
21% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The engine locked up after blowing the top part of the engine off, fire shot out of the engine and quickly went out like a flam thrower.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250910
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND ABOUT 5 SECONDS LATER, A LOUD NOISE CAME PROBABLY FROM THE ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180912
20% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain accessory all-season floor mats sold for use in model year 2012 and 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class vehicles. This all-season floor mat may not fully conform to the con
Remedy: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the floor mats free of charge. Until replacement mats become available, consumers are advised to remove their floor mats from the vehicle.
Campaign 12E028000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and GLE300d 4Matic vehicles, 2013 C250, E350 BlueTec and G63 AMG vehicles, 2008-2014 C300 vehicles, 2013-2014 C300 4Matic and ML350 4Matic vehicles, 2009 C350...
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update software in the affected control units, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Campaign 17V177000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018.
Campaign 18V272000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Remedy: MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019.
Campaign 19V787000 — check if this car was fixed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350, GLE550, 2016-2019 GLE400, 2017-2019 AMG GLE43, and 2016-2020 AMG GLE63 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install a water drain plug, inspect for water intrusion, and replace the fuel pump control unit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2023.
Campaign 22V955000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12E028000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V177000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V272000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V787000 (communication) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V955000 (fuel system, diesel, fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.