1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 fuel system, gasoline problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320 — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Gas pedal stuck on the mercedes ml320 and then the brake pedal went to the floor (no brakes) until a second and third try. *tr”
filed May 4, 2009
“The computer let the consumer know that brake pads were defective, while taking the vehicle out on a test drive caliper locked up. Prior to this happening vehicle was starting in third gear, instead of first gear. It difficult to move out in traffic. Dealer/mechanic experienced the same problem…”
filed Jan 27, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit.
LI47.20-P-054958 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 1, 2013
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other ML320 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 ML320 | 2 | 7% |
| 2002 ML320 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 ML320 | 7 | 5% |
| 2000 ML320 | 10 | 6% |
| 1998 ML320 | 15 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML320
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.