2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“This car's transmission went out at 70,000 miles (2015), which is way too early. Driving when the transmission began to act up was very dangerous and potentially as it lost power could have caused collision. I replaced transmission for $14,000 and then the transmission went out for a second time (2019). Causing the same safety concerns as it lost power. This time I was not stupid enough to fix it and will not be buying a mercedes ever again.”

“Hello, ref: ML350 camshaft solenoid leak! I am seeking out for your help wrt to a situation with 2012 ML350. Enclosed herewith is an inspection report from a recent service visit requiring close of $8k in repairs for your reference. Engine harness (oil lled harness and various components have oil in them, all components with oil should be replaced, quick insp found a few components but there may be more that need to be replaced) after reviewing the inspection report, I did some research and came across campaign no. …”

“Oil was leaking from the engine which was the result of a faulty part that mercedes has subsequently replaced with a new re-engineered part. The dealer indicated that the issue is systemic with all blue-tec m and g class vehicles which mercedes will not cover the charge for. The repair requires that the engine be removed from the car because that it is the only way the part ($30) can be replaced. The resulting repair cost over $1900 in labor. We noticed the leak because there was oil drips in our garage. …”

“From the day one, during the first 25 minutes of driving, my new 2012 mb ML350 vibrates and make grinding noise just in between 40 to 45 miles per hour steady driving. After about 30 minutes of driving, the vibration and the noise are not noticeable. Mb and the dealer were trying to fix the problem but failed to resolved the problem. Now, they have concluded that the vibration is normal and is characteristic of the car. Any problems mb can't solve is normal!! What kind of car is it that vibrates for first 25 minutes of driving at certain speed is normal!!”

“The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. While the contact’s wife was driving approximately 30 - 35 MPH, the message Do Not Drive Vehicle was suddenly displayed. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and the brake fluid reservoir was topped off. The mechanic was unable to find any leaks. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The message turned off and was displayed again 4 hours later. The contact was called by his wife, and the vehicle was driven to the residence after the brake fluid reservoir was refilled. The contact stated that a half mile later, the message was displayed again. …”