repaired · 2025 Q4
Fuel pump: control/drive module
Risk. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 68 owner complaints about the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-955 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 1, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 has problems
68 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Electrical system
16Engine
7Fuel/propulsion system
5Fuel system, diesel
5Structure
5Lane departure
4Air bags
4Fuel system, gasoline
4Power train
1911 other systems7 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 0 |
| Engine | 16 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 19 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Communication
Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Suspension: front
Risk. The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. If the air bags do not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mercedes-Benz.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other ML350 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ML350 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What ML350 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 VIN: [XXX] I have experienced repeated failures of the Blind Spot Assist / driver-assist system since purchasing this vehicle. When I first purchased the ML350 in Texas, the vehicle already showed warning messages (“Blind Spot Assist Inoperative / Pre-Safe Function…
I purchased a used Mercedes-Benz from Freehold Mitsubishi in early 2024. Within hours, serious safety issues appeared, including a check engine light, cylinder misfire, EVAP leak, traction control failure, and blind spot assist malfunction. The vehicle’s ECM and wiring harness were later found…
I purchased my car used at the Mercedes dealership in Tyler Texas June 2023. I took all my savings and paid cash and was told that the car was impeccable shape and there were no current issues and all the service records were up to date. November 2023 is when everything started happening and my…
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