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2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Electrical system Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
19%of 57 total for the year
Median mileage
80,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the electrical system of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350, 19% of the 57 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Steering column module needs to be repaired. 400,000-500,000 recall already in uk, 2017 recalled-it affects 2013 models also just like the uk recall. Car will not shift into park or reverse”

NHTSA complaint #11191431, filed 2019-03, 80,000 miles

“Going north on I-95 in mass at 65 MPH in a driving rain the car suddenly lost ability to accelerate. The RPM and speedometer both went to 0, and the nothing happened when pressing the accelerator. All other systems (including brake, lights, radio, wipers, etc) appeared to work fine. Was able to get to shoulder, put car in park, and restart car. Everything was fine afterwards, but obviously a dangerous condition if it happens again. Will take to dealer for investigation.”

NHTSA complaint #10668108, filed 2014-12, 14,500 miles

“In may 2017, while driving, check engine light came on. Acceleration was extremely reduced in a very dangerous way. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer diagnosed problem as an oil leak that has been leaking on the wiring harness, which caused wiring/electrical system for entire vehicle to completely fail. Estimated repair is $13,500. The vehicle has 34k miles, and the original factory warranty expired in late february 2017. Had routine oil change at dealer in february, no oil leak detected. Dealer service tech was very familiar with this issue and has seen ten or so of them. …”

NHTSA complaint #10991521, filed 2017-05, 34,000 miles

“NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY COMPLAINT SUPPORTING STATEMENT Vehicle: 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 I am submitting this complaint regarding a continuing safety concern involving water intrusion and electronic system damage in my 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. My vehicle was subject to a Mercedes-Benz recall involving water intrusion and related components. Despite recall-related repairs being performed, moisture and water intrusion concerns remain unresolved. …”

NHTSA complaint #11741266, filed 2026-06

“Turn signals stop working after driving a mile or so. If possible, I turn the car off and on. Turn signals work but fail again within a few miles. Hazard light work even when the turn signals fail. I’ve read this is a common issue searching the internet. Definitely a safety concern”

NHTSA complaint #11541795, filed 2023-08

Related recalls

Related service bulletins

Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201548%
20142029%
20131119%
20121117%
20111614%
20101010%
20091718%
20081319%
20071923%
20062917%
2004411%
2003416%

Other parts of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350

Engine
13 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsWheels
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology