2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400, most often about the fuel system, diesel. It is covered by 5 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 August 22, 2023. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 has problems

4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Fuel system, diesel10
Fuel system, gasoline10
Engine10
Service brakes11
Steering11
Power train10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 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.

67%repaired · 2025 Q4

Fuel pump: control/drive module

Recall 22V-955 · Dec 23, 2022 · 348,183 vehicles · 233,290 repaired

Risk. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

78%repaired · 2021 Q1

Communication

Recall 19V-787 · Nov 1, 2019 · 24,226 vehicles · 18,993 repaired

Risk. An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

94%repaired · 2019 Q4

Suspension: front

Recall 18V-272 · Apr 27, 2018 · 9,725 vehicles · 9,138 repaired

Risk. The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

73%repaired · 2018 Q2

Axle assembly: axle shaft

Recall 16V-900 · Dec 14, 2016 · 48 vehicles · 35 repaired

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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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87%repaired · 2017 Q4

Seat belts: rear/other

Recall 16V-442 · Jun 16, 2016 · 423 vehicles · 370 repaired

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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2015 vs. every other ML400 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 ML400 median. How we score

'15
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What ML400 owners report

Recent fuel system, diesel complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted and stated the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V955000 (Fuel System, Diesel,…
Complaint 11540104 · Aug 22, 2023 · 79,000 miles

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