2001 Mercedes Benz ML55 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ML55 years
- Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55. That is the most of any ML55 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 22%), typically at around 135,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 9owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 22% | 135,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 22% | 52,418 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 22% | 94,015 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 11% | 99,781 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11% | 99,781 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 11% | 79,836 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Mercedes Benz ML55 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Brake lamp switch failure. (PE10050) — opened Dec 21, 2010, closed May 4, 2011, led to recall 11V208000.
- Brake line chafe (EA08009) — opened Apr 28, 2008, closed Dec 16, 2009.
- Electronic stability control malfunction (PE07007) — opened Feb 1, 2007, closed Jul 11, 2007.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving the vehicle the car would randomly lock up different wheels on the car jerking the steering wheel out of my hands. The first time I was on a freeway and thought I must have run over a puddle of oil and the antilock system was trying to keep the car stable, even though the steering…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes-benz ml55amg. While driving 45 mph, the front passenger side brake independently locked without warning and the vehicle went sideways. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mercedes-benz ml55. While driving various speeds, the vehicle became very hard to steer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it diagnosed that the power steering hose had numerous leaks and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was…
2001 mercedes benz ml55. Consumer writes in regards to a defective sensor malfunction. *smd the consumer stated the left front tire locked up, sending the vehicle into the opposite lane of traffic. The consumer lost control of the vehicle and rolled over. The consumer stated the sensor did not…
2001 mercedes-benz ml55, defective sensor near the right front tire that when functioning is suppose to prevent roll overs. Updated 02/12/15*bf the consumer stated the right front tire locked up and he grabbed the wheel to prevent to avoid hitting parked vehicles. He steered left, making a u-turn…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55?
Owners most often report service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, steering problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 Mercedes Benz ML55 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ML55 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.