2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 8%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the body and structure of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350, 8% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“I recently purchased a new ML350 from mercedes benz of burlington, ma and I have a 'safety' related issue with the lift gate. I went to move the vehicle, not knowing that the lift gate was open.there was no warning or any indication that the lift gate was open!! I have owned 2 acura mdx's and both gave loud warnings when the car is put into drive and the lift gate is open. I believe this is an obvious safety oversight by mercedes in their design as the tailgate warning does not come on until a certain speed is reached. The warning should be evident the moment the car is put into drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #10811571, filed 2015-12, 5,000 miles“Rear tailgate was left open. Started car and no warning that tailgate was open was given. Started to move car into garage and open tailgate struck garage opening. Damage in excess of $1000. No warning is given until car exceeds 6-7mph!!! This is a safety issue, as something in the back would already have fallen out before any warning.”
NHTSA complaint #10817440, filed 2016-01, 5,300 miles“Neither back doors on my 2015 ML350 lock. Even after you try to lock them from the inside anyone can open the doors from the outside. This is a huge safety hazard because someone could easily car jack the car while you are in it. I bought the car new from the local dealer and i have reported this to the dealership and they said it was a known problem and that acutuators on both doors needed to be replaced at a large cost to me. I wrote to Mercedes Corporate to report this and to ask for financial assistance in trying to get it corrected and was told to just report it to you. …”
NHTSA complaint #11479779, filed 2022-08Related service bulletins
- 11038217Sep 14, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11036101Aug 6, 2026Complaint Clanking noise from the area of the speakers in the doors. Cause Under analysis. Remedy To narrow down the cause, first of all remove the door trim. • If the noise…
- 11033050May 22, 2026Dear Mercedes-Benz USA Dealers, The part numbers listed in the chart below should no longer be installed, and any existing stock must be returned to your facing PDC. The deadline…
- 11013192Jan 24, 2025Complaint Fuel door may require several attempts to open. Please note that if the complaint "Fuel filler flap not opening" occurs, it is important to check the fuel filler flap…
- 11009122Oct 23, 2024Complaint Washer fluid system leaks Cause Various possible causes: 1. Washer fluid reservoir itself. 2. Seal on washer fluid pump/washer fluid reservoir. 3. Washer fluid pump…
- 10167519Mar 25, 2014Belt holder/ retaining tab on side paneling in trunk is broken
- 10167521Mar 4, 2014Cracking noises or squeaking noises at the doors in the area of the window frame while driving, especially when driving on rough roads.
- 10167012Feb 11, 2014The liftgate can no longer be opened when the ambiance illumination is set to stage 1 or 2.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4 | 8% |
| 2014 | 5 | 7% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 | 7 | 10% |
| 2007 | 6 | 7% |
| 2006 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350
11 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 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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