Fuel System complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shook abnormally before the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and take the vehicle to a local dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V955000 (Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the repair failed to prevent the failure. The contact stated that two weeks after the recall repair, the failure reoccurred. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was scanned by a local independent mechanic who retrieved DTC: P035413, A10D, P072102, U016886, V1FBD04, 94C3, V1DAV54, V1DBD31, P030085, and V142E31. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. …
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V955000 (Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power and was making an abnormal sputtering sound as if the vehicle was running out of gasoline. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and was able restart the vehicle. The failure had become a recurring failure. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while the vehicle was idling in the driveway, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that AAA added fuel to the vehicle, and the vehicle was able to restart and operated as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V955000 (Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel System, Gasoline), and the dealer installed a water drain plug on the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was later intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Complete Performance, where it was diagnosed with fuel pressure failure. The contact replaced the gas cap; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled while there was sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. …
The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating and sometimes sputtered before accelerating. The contact stated that there was water inside the spare tire wheel well. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V955000 (Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel System, Diesel). During the recall repair the water drainage plug was installed but the fuel pump was not replaced even though the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 185,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle lane. The driver was able to push the vehicle safely to the roadside. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The following day, it took two minutes to start the vehicle. The vehicle was drivable, but the vehicle eventually stalled while driving. The vehicle was towed to another local dealer, Mercedes-Benz of South Orlando (4301 Millenia Blvd, Orlando, FL 32839), where it was diagnosed with a faulty fuel sensor and control valve. The parts were replaced. The contact stated that the fuel pump was replaced four times, but the failure persisted. …
Good morning ! I am an owner of a 2013 ML 350 . I live in San Diego ,CA ,92103 . I was driving my car on [redacted] and it was raining a lot . After around 30 miles I got to my destination parking area and my car died 20 feet away from the parking zone .I tried to reignite it but it wouldn't start . I checked it with a OBD2 scanner and it was indicating a code U0109 - Lost communication with fuel pump control module . After looking into solutions and reasons for the issue online I came across a post regarding an existing recall with NHTSA with ID 22v955 regarding water intrusion in the spare wheel well portion of the trunk( The Wheel well is not water proofed and doesn't have a drain port for water to escape ) . I proceeded with inspecting the area and of course it was full of water . …
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound and then stalled. Additionally, the vehicle failed to accelerate properly while driving. The contact's husband coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,372.
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while the vehicle was being inspected, the independent mechanic informed him of a diesel and oil leak. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Related recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Control/drive module
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.
Remedy: 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mercedes-Benz ML350 years have fuel system problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2012 (16), 2014 (12), 2013 (8), 2015 (8) and 2006 (5) model years. Fuel System complaints make up 25% of all complaints for the 2012.
Is there a recall for Mercedes-Benz ML350 fuel system problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 22V-955 (control/drive module, Dec 23, 2022). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Mercedes-Benz ML350 fuel system problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 82,000 miles; 24% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the delivery › fuel pump (2 mentions), followed by the storage › fuel gauge system (1).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.