2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250 has 0 complaints and 17 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to recalls involving engine oil leaks, fuel system malfunctions, seatbelt anchor concerns, and software faults. No complaints have been officially recorded.
Seventeen recalls affect this vehicle, covering various systems including the engine, fuel delivery, safety restraints, and communication units. These recalls address defects that pose risks such as fire hazards, engine stalls, and safety equipment failures.
Recalls- Chain tensioner gasket oil leak. NHTSA recall 14V762000 covers 4,871 vehicles. Oil leaking near the chain tensioner gasket can drip onto hot engine parts causing fire risk and create road hazards from oil spills. Dealers replace the gasket free of charge; recall began December 19, 2014.
- Expanded oil leak recall. NHTSA recall 15V351000 affects 814 vehicles. This recall extends 14V762000 to include certain 2015 ML250 BlueTec models. The defect and risks remain oil leakage causing fire and crash hazards. Fix is gasket replacement at no cost; recall started June 23, 2015.
- Fuel pump control unit failure. NHTSA recall 22V955000 involves 348,183 vehicles including 2015 ML250. Water may accumulate in the spare tire well damaging the fuel pump control unit, causing engine stalls while driving and increasing crash risk. Dealers add a drain plug, inspect for water damage, and replace parts as needed free of charge; notifications sent February 2023.
- Emergency call system software fault. NHTSA recall 19V787000 impacts 24,226 vehicles. Software errors cause incorrect date and time on the emergency call system, potentially sending inaccurate vehicle locations to responders, delaying assistance. Mercedes provides over-the-air updates or dealer software fixes free; recall effective December 23, 2019.
- Axle carrier bolts assembly. NHTSA recall 16V900000 covers 48 vehicles. Incorrectly assembled axle bolts may fracture, compromising vehicle stability and raising crash risk. Dealers replace axle carrier bolts at no cost; recall began February 2017.
- Right rear seatbelt anchor bolt installation. NHTSA recall 16V442000 involves 423 vehicles. Incorrect installation may cause anchor bolt failure during crashes, risking passenger injury. Dealers inspect and reinstall the bolt as necessary free of charge; recall started July 22, 2016.
Owners with repeated repair attempts or ongoing safety issues from recalls on the 2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250 may want to consult their state’s lemon law provisions for further guidance and potential rights.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250 Summary
2015
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
378565
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
348183 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: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. Water might accumulate in the spare tire wheel well and damage the fuel pump control unit, which could cause an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
24226 vehicles affected
COMMUNICATION
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
Risk: An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
423 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 ML250, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic, ML63 AMG, and 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured from April 27, 2015, through May 19, 2015. The affected vehicles may have had the right rear seatbelt anchor bolt incorrectly installed.
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.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
48 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 GL350 4Matic Blutec, GL450 4Matic, GL550 4Matic, ML250 Blutec, ML350, ML350 4Matic, ML400 4Matic and 2015-2016 GL63 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured September 29, 2014 through March 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have axle bolts on the front and/or rear drive axle carriers that may not have been assembled correctly. As a result, the remaining bolts may fracture.
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.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
814 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2015 E250 BlueTec vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 15, 2014, E250 BlueTec 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2014, December 17, 2014, GLK250 vehicles manufactured November 13, 2014, to January 30, 2015, and 2015 ML250 BlueTec vehicles manufactured December 12, 2014, to February 9, 2015. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Risk: Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 MERCEDES BENZ ML250
4871 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 E250 BlueTec, E250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, and 2015 ML250 4Matic BlueTec vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to November 10, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.
Risk: Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.