Mercedes-Benz · ML-Class · 2013
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
0
Recalls
60
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class has no recalls and 60 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (5 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 5 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 60 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (5), engine (5), service brakes (4).
- Vehicle
- 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 60
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
19.8% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Owner Complaints
60 totalSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Jan 23, 2026
On December 6, 2025 I purchased a used 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG from Jaguar Land Rover Willow Grove (Piazza Auto Group) in Pennsylvania. The delivery documentation for the vehicle included a written service commitment stating: “Replace air compressor for suspension system.” ...
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
Dec 1, 2025
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...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2025
Good morning ! I am an owner of a 2013 ML 350 . I live in San Diego ,CA ,92103 . I was driving my car on [XXX] 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...
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SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 1, 2025
Brake Booster failure, this vehicle is exhibiting the EXACT same symptoms as described in Recall Campaign: Campaign No. 2024050001, May 2024 TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS SUBJECT: Model GL-Class, ML-Class, and R-Class (X164, W164 and 251 platform) Model Year 2006 – 2012 Inspect ...
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ENGINE
FIREAug 17, 2025
The engine locked up after blowing the top part of the engine off, fire shot out of the engine and quickly went out like a flam thrower. I was driving on the expressway when the accelerator would not work without any warning I didn’t have any issues with this truck. The car cut o...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 11, 2025
Fuel system failed carbon and shut off without any notification while driving two times put me at risk of getting hit both times as the vehicle was not in a safe spot. This has been confirmed at the dealership where my vehicle is at this point. It has been inspected by the dealer...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 20, 2024
On [XXX], while driving on the highway about 30 miles from Columbus, Ohio my 2013 Mercedez Benz ML350 suddenly stalled and lost power. There was no prior warning. Luckily, we were in the outer lane with no car close behind us so my husband slowly guided the car to the side road. ...
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STRUCTURE
Nov 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that there was water on the floor below the front driver’s side. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer because the battery was drained. The contact stated that while the vehicle ...
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH as the contact depressed the brake pedal, he felt that the brake pedal was soft and he had to depress the pedal with more force to stop. No warning light was illuminated. The contac...
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ENGINE
Sep 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while adding washer fluid to the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was oil leaking from the upper timing chain covers down onto the alternator. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it wa...
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Why Compare These Pages
The strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2013 Mercedes-Benz models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class have?
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?
NHTSA has received 60 owner-reported complaints for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class are unknown or other (5 reports), engine (5 reports), service brakes (4 reports).
Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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