2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML250 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 6 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
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Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 40%), typically at around 30,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 6safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 40% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 10% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 10% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 10% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 10% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 10% | 55,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 recalls (6)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module; fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module
Problem: 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. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, which could cause an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010002 and 2023010003.
Communication
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 GL350 4Matic Blutec, GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic, ML250 Blutec, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic and 2015-2016 GL63 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 29, 2014 through March 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have axle bolts on the front and/or rear drive axle carriers that may not have been assembled correctly. As a result, the remaining bolts may fracture.
Risk: If any of the remaining front or rear axle bolts fracture, the vehicle may be unstable, reducing the handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle carrier bolts, free of charge. The recall is began February 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Seat belts:rear/other
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt could fail to secure the passenger, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the installation of the right rear seat belt anchor bolt, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2015 E250 BlueTec vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 15, 2014, E250 BlueTec 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2014, December 17, 2014, GLK250 vehicles manufactured November 13, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 ML250 BlueTec vehicles manufactured December 12, 2014, to February 9, 2015. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Risk: Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2015050005. Note: This is an expansion of NHTSA recall 14V-762.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 E250 BlueTec, E250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, and 2015 ML250 4Matic BlueTec vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to November 10, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Risk: Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120002.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear subframe rusted from the inside out causing structural failure. This matches the defect in Campaign #[redacted] for other Mercedes models."
On 8/15/23 on my parking explode air bag , completely make me blind.Nader air bag push my legs from brake and Car still was driving and stop a the wall, I was completely blind, destroyed my car ,Pain my legs , my arms my head incrediblo,my body is all blue, Thanks to God I am still life. Always I…
The Adblue blue malfunctioned and the engine oil cooling is leaking. Also the axle is leaking. This was a previous recall on this specific vehicle and it continues to be an issue
Sooth particulate sensor fail, part of diesel emission system. My car has 71k miles and dealership had refused to replace it under warranty. Canadian government has extended warranty for this sensor until 120k miles (attached)
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 mercedes-benz ml250. The contact was towing an unknown travel trailer when the vehicle began to drift to the right and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he was unable to control the…
Other Mercedes-Benz ML250 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, air bags problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250?
Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ML250 model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.