2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 16%of 57 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350, 16% of the 57 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,500 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.
“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“Re: My 2013 ML350- Intermittent Start/ Vehicle cutting off while in heavy traffic. Fuel Pump and Fuel modulator failed due to water collecting in the spare tire wheel-weld causing water intrusion into the fuel system. I paid out of pocket for this service twice, AND then found out from MB Tacoma there was a RECALL with the exact same issue. I took the vehicle in to the closest dealer- Seattle Mercedes to handle the outstanding recall issues. I was advised to contact MERCEDES BENZ USA GOODWILL DEPARTMENT. …”
NHTSA complaint #11734678, filed 2026-04“Fuel system failed carbon and shut off without any notification while driving two times put me at risk of getting hit both times as the vehicle was not in a safe spot. This has been confirmed at the dealership where my vehicle is at this point. It has been inspected by the dealership in Georgetown, Texas. Again, no warning lights just cut off two times while driving. I already had one recall fixed two times dealing with the fuel system and now it’s shutting off with no notice while I’m driving 60 70 mph and causing a dangerous safety hazard. …”
NHTSA complaint #11677894, filed 2025-08“Vehicle: 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BlueTEC (OM642 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel) Current Mileage: Approx. 117,925 miles Dealer / Location: Mercedes-Benz of North Scottsdale (RO #260467) Summary of Safety Issue & Defect: The vehicle is experiencing an active liquid diesel fuel leak from a replacement fuel pump assembly that was previously installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership four years ago. Active diesel leaks directly over/near hot engine and exhaust components pose an acute, severe vehicle fire hazard and expose cabin occupants to toxic diesel fumes. …”
NHTSA complaint #11773203, filed 2026-10Related recalls
- 22V955000Dec 23, 2022Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML550, 2012-2015 ML350, AMG ML63, 2015 ML250, ML400, 2016 GLE450, GLE300, 2016-2018 GLE350…Covers: Mercedes-Benz ML350 2012–2015, AMG GLE63 2016–2020, AMG ML63 2012–2015 +9 more
Related service bulletins
- 10219253Aug 19, 2022Mercedes-Benz AG (âMBAGâ), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (âMYâ) vehicles listed below, the particulate matter…
- 10165838Jul 2, 2014Fault code(s) 13BA00, 13BB00, 13BC00, 13BD00, 13BE00, 13BF00 - Maximum actuation period exceeded during zero quantity calibration for injector of cylinder x stored in engine…
- 10167487Mar 21, 2014Minor leaks at the oil duct of the left or right cylinder head of engines 157, 276 and 278. 1. Left cylinder head: Oil passage plug hole on left beside mechanical vacuum pump. 2…
- 10167553Jul 1, 2013Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load…
- 10167535Jul 1, 2013Update Injector Coding
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 8 | 15% |
| 2014 | 12 | 18% |
| 2013 | 9 | 16% |
| 2012 | 16 | 25% |
| 2011 | 2 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 5 | 3% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 4 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350
13 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsOther or unknown
10 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.
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